#7BA4B6 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated cyan carries a cool and composed character. Because it sits on the lighter side of mid-tone, the hex code #7ba4b6 works best as a supporting background or secondary accent rather than a primary color. It pairs cleanly with sharp blacks for high readability. Designers often select this shade for tech interfaces that require a professional, refreshing, and trustworthy aesthetic.
Questions about #7ba4b6
What is #7ba4b6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7ba4b6 is rgb(123, 164, 182), in HSL hsl(198, 29%, 60%) and in CMYK 32%, 10%, 0%, 29%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7ba4b6?
The unsaturated nature of #7ba4b6 allows it to harmonize with sharp neutrals like slate or deep charcoal. For a more vibrant, balanced palette, try accenting it with warm, contrasting tones like a muted coral or a soft, earthy ochre to add depth.
Is #7ba4b6 readable on white or black?
#7ba4b6 has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.82:1 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.