#757B82 Hex Color

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This dusty, ashy blue carries a desaturated quality that feels grounded and professional. Because it leans heavily into grey undertones, #757b82 functions best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant color. Pair it with soft cream or crisp white for clean, readable UI designs. Black text reads clearly against this shade, meeting accessibility standards for small body copy.

Questions about #757b82

What is #757b82 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #757b82 is rgb(117, 123, 130), in HSL hsl(212, 5%, 48%) and in CMYK 10%, 5%, 0%, 49%.
Is #757b82 a good choice for text?
Yes, this shade provides excellent contrast for small body text against white or light backgrounds. Its heavy grey undertones create a softer, more sophisticated alternative to standard charcoal or pure black while maintaining perfect readability for users.
Which colors pair well with #757b82?
This ashy blue thrives when paired with soft cream or crisp white to highlight its desaturated quality. You can also introduce slate or navy to build a sophisticated, monochromatic palette that feels cohesive and professional for modern web design.
Is #757b82 readable on white or black?
#757b82 has a 4.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.91:1 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.