#727E8C Hex Color
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#727e8c is a dusty, matte blue with strong grey undertones. It feels restrained and serious, making it a reliable choice for professional UI backgrounds or corporate branding. While it can wash out against pure white, this shade provides enough contrast for black text to remain legible. The hex code #727e8c pairs well with warm, terracotta oranges for a balanced, modern look.
Questions about #727e8c
What is #727e8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #727e8c is rgb(114, 126, 140), in HSL hsl(212, 10%, 50%) and in CMYK 19%, 10%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #727e8c?
#727e8c pairs best with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft creams to offset its cool, greyish cast. For a more professional or corporate aesthetic, it anchors well against charcoal or deep, neutral slate greys.
Is #727e8c suitable for UI design text?
#727e8c acts as a solid choice for backgrounds, but it lacks the dark value necessary for accessible small body text on white. It works best as a secondary element, a button, or a subtle header color over white or light surfaces.
Is #727e8c readable on white or black?
#727e8c has a 4.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.07:1 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.