#829DB3 Hex Color
A muted blue with quiet confidence
With its ashy gray undertones and low saturation, #829db3 is a dusty, medium-light blue that feels controlled rather than vivid. The hex code suggests trust and reliability, making it useful in finance, healthcare, security, and technology interfaces. Use it as a supporting color or broad UI background; black text reads clearly at about a 7.4:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #829db3
What is #829db3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #829db3 is rgb(130, 157, 179), in HSL hsl(207, 24%, 61%) and in CMYK 27%, 12%, 0%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #829db3?
Muted warm accents such as terracotta balance #829db3, while deep blue and dark neutrals keep the palette restrained and professional; pale blue tints can soften the overall interface without losing its cool tone.
Is #829db3 readable on white or black?
#829db3 has a 2.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.42:1 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.