#7F98BD Hex Color
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Like a well-worn denim jacket, this ashy blue carries a gray undertone that keeps it understated. The hex code #7f98bd reads steady and dependable, which suits finance, healthcare, and tech branding. Its low saturation works best as a supporting tone or large UI background. Black text passes contrast requirements on it, though it can look washed out beside pure white.
Questions about #7f98bd
What is #7f98bd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7f98bd is rgb(127, 152, 189), in HSL hsl(216, 32%, 62%) and in CMYK 33%, 20%, 0%, 26%.
What colors pair well with #7f98bd?
Warm rust or terracotta creates a satisfying contrast against this cool, muted blue. For text and darker accents, charcoal looks cleaner than plain black because it matches the color's softness.
Is #7f98bd readable on white or black?
#7f98bd has a 2.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.12:1 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.