#7979E0 Hex Color
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#7979e0 is a bright, saturated indigo with cool blue-violet undertones and a strong, energetic presence. Use it as a supporting color for calls to action, creative branding, meditation themes, or night-sky accents rather than a full-page background. The hex code #7979e0 supports clear black text at about 5.6:1 contrast for accessible body copy.
Questions about #7979e0
What is #7979e0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7979e0 is rgb(121, 121, 224), in HSL hsl(240, 62%, 68%) and in CMYK 46%, 46%, 0%, 12%.
What colors pair well with #7979e0?
#7979e0 pairs well with white, charcoal, and soft lavender for balanced palettes, while pale yellow or muted gold adds warm contrast without overpowering its saturated indigo; use darker neutrals for structure and lighter tints for spacious layouts.
Is #7979e0 a warm or cool color?
#7979e0 reads as a cool color because its indigo base leans toward blue and violet rather than red or yellow. Its high saturation gives the shade an energetic, modern feel, while the blue-violet undertone keeps it visually crisp.
Is #7979e0 readable on white or black?
#7979e0 has a 3.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.62:1 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.