#788CA1 Hex Color
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#788ca1 is a muted, matte blue with dusty gray undertones and very low saturation. Its medium depth feels steady and restrained, supporting trust, responsibility, and control without demanding attention. Use the hex code as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, technology, or government interfaces. Black text reaches about 6.1:1 contrast, making it suitable behind small body copy.
Questions about #788ca1
What is #788ca1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #788ca1 is rgb(120, 140, 161), in HSL hsl(211, 18%, 55%) and in CMYK 25%, 13%, 0%, 37%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #788ca1?
#788ca1 pairs well with charcoal text, warm white surfaces, and restrained accents such as burgundy or terracotta. Its gray undertone keeps these combinations grounded, while warmer accents prevent interfaces from feeling overly flat or institutional.
Is #788ca1 readable on white or black?
#788ca1 has a 3.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.06:1 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.