#7E92C1 Hex Color
A restrained and professional dusty blue
This dusty, unsaturated blue feels restrained and professional. Because it lacks saturation, #7e92c1 works best as a supporting tone in corporate UI rather than a dominant background, where it can sometimes wash out. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm terracotta accents. With a high contrast ratio of 6.8:1, the hex code #7e92c1 remains perfectly legible when used with black text.
Questions about #7e92c1
What is #7e92c1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7e92c1 is rgb(126, 146, 193), in HSL hsl(222, 35%, 63%) and in CMYK 35%, 24%, 0%, 24%.
What colors pair best with #7e92c1?
#7e92c1 works exceptionally well with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft sand, which balance its cool, desaturated personality. If you need a more formal look, pair it with deep charcoal for high contrast and visual stability.
Is #7e92c1 suitable for text in UI design?
Yes, #7e92c1 has a contrast ratio of 6.8:1 against black, which makes it safe for use as a secondary text color or in interface elements. It is legible and comfortable to read without causing visual fatigue on light backgrounds.
Is #7e92c1 readable on white or black?
#7e92c1 has a 3.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.76:1 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.