#7B96B2 Hex Color
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#7b96b2 is a dusty, cool blue with a strong gray undertone and low saturation. Its medium-light value suggests trust, control, and reliability without feeling stark. The hex code #7b96b2 suits security, finance, healthcare, and technology branding, especially as a supporting tone beside charcoal or warm off-white. Black text remains readable for body copy at about 6.8:1 contrast.
Questions about #7b96b2
What is #7b96b2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b96b2 is rgb(123, 150, 178), in HSL hsl(211, 26%, 59%) and in CMYK 31%, 16%, 0%, 30%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7b96b2 in a design palette?
#7b96b2 pairs well with charcoal for grounded contrast, warm off-white for a softer layout, and a muted orange-brown accent that prevents its cool gray cast from feeling flat.
Does #7b96b2 read as a cool or warm color?
#7b96b2 reads cool because its blue hue is softened by gray rather than warm yellow or red undertones. Its low saturation and medium-light value give it a measured, dependable mood suited to interfaces and brands that need calm control.
Is #7b96b2 suitable for text and backgrounds?
Black text on #7b96b2 has about a 6.8:1 contrast ratio, which clears WCAG AA's 4.5:1 requirement for normal body text. Use black or very dark text for readable content, while white text needs separate contrast testing.
Is #7b96b2 readable on white or black?
#7b96b2 has a 3.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.84:1 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.