#759099 Hex Color
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This dusty, matte cyan sits between grey and blue, offering a muted aesthetic perfect for understated designs. Because it lacks saturation, #759099 acts as an excellent neutral background for modern tech interfaces. It offers enough contrast for black text to remain legible, allowing you to use it as a base without sacrificing readability. Pair it with soft charcoals or deep teals to ground its ashy quality.
Questions about #759099
What is #759099 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #759099 is rgb(117, 144, 153), in HSL hsl(195, 15%, 53%) and in CMYK 24%, 6%, 0%, 40%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #759099 read as a warm or cool tone?
#759099 sits firmly on the cooler side of the spectrum due to its cyan undertones. Its lack of saturation gives it a professional, ashy appearance that remains grounded, making it feel less like a bright blue and more like a functional, atmospheric neutral.
What colors pair well with #759099 for UI design?
This color excels when paired with charcoal or deep, darkened teals to maintain a cohesive, moody aesthetic. Because #759099 is quite muted, it also creates a balanced contrast when placed next to crisp white or very soft, warm cream tones.
Is #759099 readable on white or black?
#759099 has a 3.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.20:1 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.