#787BD4 Hex Color
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This unsaturated indigo is a cool, meditative shade that balances structure with creative sensitivity. Because it carries a desaturated quality, #787bd4 functions best as a sophisticated supporting tone rather than an overwhelming background. Try pairing it with warm mustard yellows to create a balanced, high-contrast palette. The hex code #787bd4 is also accessible enough to support readable black text for digital interfaces.
Questions about #787bd4
What is #787bd4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #787bd4 is rgb(120, 123, 212), in HSL hsl(238, 52%, 65%) and in CMYK 43%, 42%, 0%, 17%.
What colors pair well with #787bd4 for a balanced palette?
Pair #787bd4 with mustard yellow or warm ochre to create a high-contrast, harmonious visual balance. This combination utilizes the cool, desaturated nature of the indigo to ground the intensity of the warm yellows, making it ideal for buttons or call-to-action sections.
Does #787bd4 function well as a primary text color?
#787bd4 offers sufficient contrast against clean white backgrounds for most digital interfaces, but it is best used for headings or accents rather than long-form body text. If you must use it for body copy, ensure the font weight is heavy enough to maintain legibility for all users.
Is #787bd4 readable on white or black?
#787bd4 has a 3.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.58:1 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.