#75788F Hex Color
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Dusty and muted, #75788f acts as a sophisticated, unsaturated indigo. It reads less as a primary color and more as a functional neutral, making it an excellent base for UI backgrounds or textile designs. This hex code provides enough contrast for black text to remain legible. Pair it with soft, warm creams to prevent the gray undertones from looking flat or muddy.
Questions about #75788f
What is #75788f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #75788f is rgb(117, 120, 143), in HSL hsl(233, 10%, 51%) and in CMYK 18%, 16%, 0%, 44%.
Does #75788f read as a warm or cool color?
What colors pair well with #75788f in a UI design?
This color excels when balanced against warm, neutral whites or deep charcoal grays for high-contrast accessibility. Using #75788f alongside soft terracotta or muted gold accents can create a sophisticated, modern palette that feels grounded rather than stark.
Is #75788f readable on white or black?
#75788f has a 4.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.83:1 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.