#7D888E Hex Color
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This dusty, mid-tone blue carries heavy grey undertones. It projects a professional, secure appearance suitable for corporate or legal design. The hex code is #7d888e. Because it offers strong contrast, black text is legible here, making it a reliable choice for UI components. Pair this color with crisp white or charcoal to prevent the overall design from feeling too muddy.
Questions about #7d888e
What is #7d888e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d888e is rgb(125, 136, 142), in HSL hsl(201, 7%, 52%) and in CMYK 12%, 4%, 0%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #7d888e in a UI design?
Use #7d888e alongside charcoal for high-contrast, professional text or crisp white for a clean, balanced look. Because of its dusty quality, avoid pairing it with overly vibrant neons, which can clash with its subdued nature.
Is #7d888e readable on white or black?
#7d888e has a 3.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.78:1 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.