#7891AB Hex Color
A grounded, ashy blue with understated character
This muted, ashy blue carries a dusty quality that feels grounded and understated. Because it is highly unsaturated, #7891ab functions best as a stabilizing background or a secondary UI element rather than a focal point. It pairs well with warm charcoals or crisp white text. With a 6.4:1 contrast ratio against black, the hex code provides excellent readability for small body copy.
Questions about #7891ab
What is #7891ab in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7891ab is rgb(120, 145, 171), in HSL hsl(211, 23%, 57%) and in CMYK 30%, 15%, 0%, 33%.
How should #7891ab be used in interface design?
#7891ab functions best as a stabilizing background or secondary UI element rather than a focal point, as its desaturated nature keeps interfaces feeling calm and professional. It maintains excellent readability when paired with strong, high-contrast text like black or dark charcoal.
Does #7891ab lean warm or cool?
This hex color sits on the cooler side of the spectrum due to its blue base, but its heavy infusion of grey prevents it from feeling icy or jarring. This balance makes it a versatile, neutral-leaning blue that anchors warm color schemes effectively.
Is #7891ab readable on white or black?
#7891ab has a 3.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.43:1 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.