#6E8293 Hex Color
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#6e8293 is a muted, matte blue with dusty gray undertones and an ashy, almost steel-like finish. Its restrained lightness supports trust, control, and reliability without feeling stark. Use this hex code as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, technology, or government interfaces. Black text reaches about 5.3:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #6e8293
What is #6e8293 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e8293 is rgb(110, 130, 147), in HSL hsl(208, 15%, 50%) and in CMYK 25%, 12%, 0%, 42%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6e8293?
#6e8293 pairs well with charcoal text, warm off-white, terracotta, and dark navy, which sharpen its gray-blue base without making the palette feel cold. Use terracotta sparingly for emphasis and warm off-white for broader surfaces.
Is #6e8293 readable on white or black?
#6e8293 has a 3.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.27:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.