#77799D Hex Color

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This dusty, muted indigo offers a cool, ashy undertone that feels understated and structured. Because it is highly unsaturated, it serves as a sophisticated neutral base for UI backgrounds or textile designs. Pair #77799d with crisp cream or soft terracotta to balance its chilly mood. The hex code #77799d provides enough contrast to support black text for readable, accessible body copy.

Questions about #77799d

What is #77799d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #77799d is rgb(119, 121, 157), in HSL hsl(237, 16%, 54%) and in CMYK 24%, 23%, 0%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #77799d?
#77799d functions best when balanced against warmer, earthy tones to counteract its inherent coolness. Try pairing it with terracotta to add visual warmth, or use a crisp cream to create a clean, sophisticated contrast for UI elements.
Is #77799d readable on white or black?
#77799d has a 4.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.00:1 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.