#6F97C0 Hex Color
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#6f97c0 is a cool, dusty blue with gray undertones and moderate lightness. Its low saturation gives it a controlled, dependable feel suited to finance, healthcare, security, and technology interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone beside navy or charcoal, since it can look washed out against white. The hex code for this color is #6f97c0, and black text reaches about 6.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #6f97c0
What is #6f97c0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6f97c0 is rgb(111, 151, 192), in HSL hsl(210, 39%, 59%) and in CMYK 42%, 21%, 0%, 25%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6f97c0?
Pair #6f97c0 with charcoal for readable interfaces, navy for stronger hierarchy, or burgundy for restrained warmth; these combinations preserve its dependable character while adding contrast without making the palette feel overly cold.
Is #6f97c0 readable on white or black?
#6f97c0 has a 3.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.86:1 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.