#779BA8 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated cyan carries a distinctly muted, ashy quality that avoids being overly bright. The hex code #779ba8 works best as a supporting tone in technology or corporate palettes, providing a reliable, grounded feel. Because it maintains strong contrast ratios, black text remains highly legible against it. Try pairing this shade with warm copper accents to add depth to an otherwise cool, flat interface.
Questions about #779ba8
What is #779ba8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #779ba8 is rgb(119, 155, 168), in HSL hsl(196, 22%, 56%) and in CMYK 29%, 8%, 0%, 34%.
What colors pair well with 779ba8?
This color thrives when paired with warm, earthy accents like terracotta or copper to balance its cool, ashy undertones. For a more neutral, professional look, combine it with deep charcoal or soft off-whites to maintain a high-contrast, readable interface.
Is #779ba8 readable on white or black?
#779ba8 has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.03:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.