#768798 Hex Color
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This dusty, matte blue leans into grey, creating a muted and professional aesthetic. It functions best as a dominant neutral background for corporate interfaces where reliability is the priority. Black text maintains high contrast against this shade, making it a functional choice for body copy. Avoid using it alone, as it risks appearing dull without warmer accent colors. The hex code is #768798.
Questions about #768798
What is #768798 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #768798 is rgb(118, 135, 152), in HSL hsl(210, 14%, 53%) and in CMYK 22%, 11%, 0%, 40%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #768798 in professional web design?
#768798 functions best as a dominant neutral background that conveys stability and corporate reliability. Because it sits on the cooler, dustier side of blue, it balances perfectly against crisp white text or high-contrast black headlines.
Which color palettes complement #768798 without appearing dull?
To prevent this muted blue from looking flat, pair #768798 with warmer accent tones like a soft terracotta or a muted mustard. These vibrant, warm opposites create a necessary visual tension that elevates the otherwise somber grey-blue base.
Is #768798 readable on white or black?
#768798 has a 3.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.68:1 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.