#717F81 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty cyan blends a cool grey undertone with a desaturated blue base. The result is a grounded, reliable shade that works exceptionally well as a supporting neutral in professional tech and aerospace interfaces. Pair #717f81 with crisp white or deep slate for maximum clarity, as its lower contrast can appear muddy on its own. The hex code #717f81 ensures readable text when paired with black.
Questions about #717f81
What is #717f81 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #717f81 is rgb(113, 127, 129), in HSL hsl(187, 7%, 47%) and in CMYK 12%, 2%, 0%, 49%.
How should I use #717f81 in professional UI design?
#717f81 serves as a sophisticated, grounded neutral that excels in aerospace or tech interfaces where clarity matters. Because this desaturated cyan has relatively low contrast, it functions best as a background or supporting element rather than primary text.
What colors pair well with the #717f81 hex code?
This color pairs best with crisp white for clean, high-contrast text, or with deep slate to create a professional, monochromatic depth. Avoid pairing it with low-contrast mid-tones, as the dusty grey undertones can cause the combination to appear muddy.
Is #717f81 readable on white or black?
#717f81 has a 4.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.05:1 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.