#7C96B0 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #7c96b0 is a dusty blue with low saturation and a balanced, medium-light value. Its restrained tone suggests trust and reliability, fitting security, finance, healthcare, and government interfaces. Use the hex code #7c96b0 as a supporting color with charcoal or warm white; black text remains highly legible for body copy.
Questions about #7c96b0
What is #7c96b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c96b0 is rgb(124, 150, 176), in HSL hsl(210, 25%, 59%) and in CMYK 30%, 15%, 0%, 31%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair well with #7c96b0?
#7c96b0 pairs well with warm white, charcoal, navy, and muted terracotta, creating balanced palettes that preserve its calm blue character while adding contrast or warmth without overwhelming its low saturation. Use warm white for spacious backgrounds and charcoal for grounded text.
Does #7c96b0 look warm or cool?
#7c96b0 reads as a cool color because its blue base and grayness create a restrained, ashy appearance rather than the yellow or red bias associated with warm colors in most interface and branding contexts. Pair it with warm white, sand, or natural wood tones when you want a more welcoming palette.
Is #7c96b0 readable on white or black?
#7c96b0 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.