#7B7E80 Hex Color
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This mid-tone grey functions as a steady anchor for minimal interfaces and branding. Because it remains neutral and desaturated, it excels as a supporting tone behind bold typography. You can use black text comfortably against #7b7e80, as the 5.1:1 contrast ratio meets accessibility standards for body copy. The hex code for this ashy grey is #7b7e80, providing a practical, sophisticated alternative to harsh whites.
Questions about #7b7e80
What is #7b7e80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b7e80 is rgb(123, 126, 128), in HSL hsl(204, 2%, 49%) and in CMYK 4%, 2%, 0%, 50%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which color palettes work best with #7b7e80?
Because #7b7e80 is a neutral, balanced grey, it acts as a perfect stabilizer for vibrant accent colors. It pairs particularly well with terracotta for a modern earthy look, or navy to create a professional, corporate color scheme that feels grounded rather than cold.
Is #7b7e80 readable on white or black?
#7b7e80 has a 4.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.13:1 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.