Old Lavender
A dusty muted magenta with grey character
Old Lavender is a dusty, desaturated magenta with significant grey undertones. Because it sits at a mid-tone depth, it functions well as a supporting background or a secondary element in modern branding. It pairs cleanly with warm creams or crisp whites, which meet WCAG accessibility standards for text. Use the hex code #796878 when you need a muted, understated color for feminine or cosmetic interfaces.
Questions about Old Lavender
What is the hex code for Old Lavender?
Old Lavender is #796878. In RGB that is rgb(121, 104, 120), in HSL hsl(304, 8%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 1%, 53%.
Does #796878 lean warm or cool?
Old Lavender generally leans cool due to its significant grey undertones, which temper the magenta base. This desaturated quality makes it a sophisticated choice when you need a color that feels composed and calm rather than vibrant or aggressive.
What colors pair well with #796878?
To create a harmonious palette, pair Old Lavender with creamy white or soft neutrals to keep the look clean and airy. For a more dramatic contrast, it works well alongside darker charcoal or deep slate tones for professional interfaces.
Is Old Lavender readable on white or black?
Old Lavender has a 5.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.06:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.