#717C89 Hex Color
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A dusty, desaturated blue with heavy grey undertones, #717c89 functions well as a stable background color for professional interfaces. Its muted matte finish avoids visual clutter, making it a reliable choice for finance or technology dashboards. Because it meets WCAG AA standards, black text remains legible when layered on top. Pair this hex code with soft creams or warm whites to avoid a cold, institutional feel.
Questions about #717c89
What is #717c89 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #717c89 is rgb(113, 124, 137), in HSL hsl(213, 10%, 49%) and in CMYK 18%, 9%, 0%, 46%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #717c89 for professional design?
Soft creams and warm whites balance the cool, grey nature of #717c89, preventing it from appearing too institutional or cold. For a sophisticated corporate palette, try pairing it with deep charcoal text to create high-contrast, accessible layouts.
Is #717c89 readable on white or black?
#717c89 has a 4.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.94:1 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.