#7295E0 Hex Color

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#7295e0 is a cool, desaturated blue with a restrained quality. It feels professional and secure, making it a practical choice for UI elements in finance or tech interfaces. Because it maintains a balanced lightness, black text remains highly legible against this background with a 7.1:1 contrast ratio. If you are learning how to make gray, study this hex code to see the impact of lower chroma.

Questions about #7295e0

What is #7295e0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7295e0 is rgb(114, 149, 224), in HSL hsl(221, 64%, 66%) and in CMYK 49%, 33%, 0%, 12%.
Where does #7295e0 work best in UI design?
#7295e0 functions effectively as a primary brand accent for finance or technology dashboards, offering enough saturation to stand out without straining the eyes. It pairs exceptionally well with neutral backgrounds, allowing black text to remain highly readable at a 7.1:1 ratio.
What color schemes complement #7295e0?
To create a sophisticated palette, try pairing #7295e0 with charcoal for high-contrast typography or a soft cream for a modern, approachable interface. These combinations lean into the cool, restrained nature of the blue, ensuring your design feels polished rather than overwhelming.
Is #7295e0 readable on white or black?
#7295e0 has a 2.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.09:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.