#7B9195 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted cyan sits right between sky blue and grey. Because it feels so understated and calm, #7b9195 works best as a neutral background for tech or productivity apps. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or burnt orange, avoiding the washed-out look that happens when paired with plain white. Since it meets accessibility standards, you can confidently use this hex code for readable body text.
Questions about #7b9195
What is #7b9195 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b9195 is rgb(123, 145, 149), in HSL hsl(189, 11%, 53%) and in CMYK 17%, 3%, 0%, 42%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7b9195 for UI design?
#7b9195 creates a balanced, professional look when paired with deep charcoal for text contrast or burnt orange to add a subtle pop of warmth. This muted cyan avoids the washed-out feeling that occurs when using basic white as a primary background.
Is #7b9195 readable on white or black?
#7b9195 has a 3.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.32:1 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.