#6E8F91 Hex Color
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The hex code #6e8f91 describes a muted cyan with gray undertones, medium lightness, and a matte finish. Its low saturation gives interfaces and brand systems a steady, understated feel. Black text remains readable at about 6.0:1 contrast. Use it as a supporting tone with warm cream or terracotta, since white can make it look washed out.
Questions about #6e8f91
What is #6e8f91 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e8f91 is rgb(110, 143, 145), in HSL hsl(183, 14%, 50%) and in CMYK 24%, 1%, 0%, 43%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6e8f91?
#6e8f91 pairs well with warm cream, terracotta, and burgundy, which offset its cool gray cast while preserving its quiet mood; use cream for softer interfaces, terracotta for warmth, and burgundy when you need a deeper accent.
Is #6e8f91 a warm or cool color?
#6e8f91 reads as a cool, muted cyan because its blue-green hue is softened by gray undertones, while its medium lightness keeps the result balanced rather than icy for calm surfaces, secondary buttons, and restrained visual identities.
Is #6e8f91 readable on white or black?
#6e8f91 has a 3.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.00:1 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.