#7AA0B6 Hex Color
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Faded denim with a gray cast, #7aa0b6 is a dusty mid-tone blue that stays cool without turning icy. The hex code sits at a mid lightness and low saturation, so it reads steady and dependable, a fit for finance dashboards, healthcare UI, and government sites. Use it as a supporting tone or background rather than a hero color, since it can wash out next to pure white. Black text passes comfortably on top at about 7.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #7aa0b6
What is #7aa0b6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7aa0b6 is rgb(122, 160, 182), in HSL hsl(202, 29%, 60%) and in CMYK 33%, 12%, 0%, 29%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7aa0b6?
Warm terracotta and rust give #7aa0b6 the most life, since the muted blue cools their heat. Cream and charcoal work too when you want a softer, more neutral palette.
Is #7aa0b6 readable on white or black?
#7aa0b6 has a 2.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.53:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.