#7D9EB3 Hex Color

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An ashy, dusty blue with very low saturation, #7d9eb3 carries a restrained and professional weight. It reads as a dependable mid-tone, perfect for corporate or security-focused UI backgrounds where you need high readability. Because of its 7.4:1 contrast ratio, black text is legible, though the color can look washed out next to pure white. The hex code for this desaturated shade is #7d9eb3.

Questions about #7d9eb3

What is #7d9eb3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d9eb3 is rgb(125, 158, 179), in HSL hsl(203, 26%, 60%) and in CMYK 30%, 12%, 0%, 30%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7d9eb3?
This ashy blue works best with charcoal for high-contrast professional text or warm neutrals like cream to balance its cool, desaturated undertones. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation neons, which can clash with its restrained, professional nature.
Is #7d9eb3 readable on white or black?
#7d9eb3 has a 2.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.41:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.