#7C819D Hex Color
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This muted indigo possesses a dusty, ashy character that leans heavily toward gray. Because #7c819d is so desaturated, it functions well as a grounding background rather than a vibrant focal point. It pairs elegantly with warm, creamy neutrals to avoid looking washed out. Since it supports high-contrast text, the hex code works effectively for readable, sophisticated UI designs where minimal, understated tones are needed.
Questions about #7c819d
What is #7c819d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c819d is rgb(124, 129, 157), in HSL hsl(231, 14%, 55%) and in CMYK 21%, 18%, 0%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #7c819d?
Is #7c819d suitable for text backgrounds in UI design?
Because #7c819d is desaturated and ashy, it functions effectively as a grounding background element that supports high-contrast text. It provides a more nuanced look than standard flat gray while remaining legible and professional for modern web applications.
Is #7c819d readable on white or black?
#7c819d has a 3.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.48:1 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.