#7C868C Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #7c868c is a dusty blue-gray with low saturation and a controlled, reliable character. Its medium lightness suits security, finance, healthcare, and government interfaces, where trust matters. Use the hex code #7c868c as a supporting tone beside navy or warm white, and choose black text for about 5.6:1 contrast.
Questions about #7c868c
What is #7c868c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c868c is rgb(124, 134, 140), in HSL hsl(203, 7%, 52%) and in CMYK 11%, 4%, 0%, 45%.
Which colors pair well with #7c868c?
Does #7c868c read as warm or cool?
#7c868c reads as a cool color because its muted gray base carries a blue undertone, giving it a reserved, steady feel rather than the warmth associated with beige, taupe, or brown. It works well for calm surfaces, navigation, and supporting elements beside warmer accents.
Is #7c868c readable on white or black?
#7c868c has a 3.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.64:1 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.