#7D7EB3 Hex Color

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This dusty indigo sits in a muted, unsaturated space, making it a reliable choice for calm UI backgrounds. Because it is somewhat ashy, it works best as a supporting tone rather than a focal point. Black text remains legible against this shade, meeting WCAG standards for body copy. The hex code for this muted indigo is #7d7eb3.

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What is #7d7eb3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #7d7eb3 is rgb(125, 126, 179), in HSL hsl(239, 26%, 60%) and in CMYK 30%, 30%, 0%, 30%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.

What colors pair best with #7d7eb3?

Because #7d7eb3 is a muted, ashy tone, it pairs well with crisp, high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or soft off-whites. For a balanced, modern palette, combine it with warm, desaturated earth tones or a deep slate to maintain visual harmony without overwhelming the eye.

Is #7d7eb3 readable on white or black?

#7d7eb3 has a 3.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.50:1 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.

#7D7EB3 Hex Color

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