#7C90A4 Hex Color
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Bleak and dusty, #7c90a4 is a desaturated slate blue that provides a grounded, understated base for professional layouts. Its muted quality works well in finance or tech interfaces where clarity matters more than excitement. This hex code pairs effectively with crisp charcoal grays or warm creams. Because it offers strong contrast with black text, it functions reliably for body copy and readable UI components.
Questions about #7c90a4
What is #7c90a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c90a4 is rgb(124, 144, 164), in HSL hsl(210, 18%, 56%) and in CMYK 24%, 12%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair best with #7c90a4?
#7c90a4 works exceptionally well alongside charcoal or soft off-whites to maintain a professional, high-contrast look. These neutral pairings keep the aesthetic balanced, making it a reliable choice for readable body text or clean navigation menus in digital interfaces.
Is #7c90a4 suitable for text-heavy interfaces?
Yes, #7c90a4 provides strong contrast against white backgrounds, making it an excellent alternative to standard black text for long-form content. Its slightly softer, desaturated tone reduces eye strain while maintaining the professional clarity required for modern SaaS and financial application design.
Is #7c90a4 readable on white or black?
#7c90a4 has a 3.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.38:1 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.