#979BC2 Hex Color
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#979bc2 is a pale, ashy indigo with dusty gray undertones and very low saturation. Its cool, restrained look suits meditation, luxury, denim, and spiritual branding, while suggesting structure and sensitivity. Use the hex code #979bc2 as a supporting tone with charcoal or deep plum. Black text remains highly readable on this color.
Questions about #979bc2
What is #979bc2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #979bc2 is rgb(151, 155, 194), in HSL hsl(234, 26%, 68%) and in CMYK 22%, 20%, 0%, 24%.
Does #979bc2 read as warm or cool?
#979bc2 reads as a cool color because its blue-indigo base is softened by gray, creating a pale, restrained appearance rather than the warmth associated with yellow, orange, or red undertones.
What colors pair well with #979bc2?
Pair #979bc2 with charcoal or deep plum for grounded contrast, or add muted denim and soft lavender for a quieter palette. Warm terracotta accents can balance its cool, gray undertones without overpowering them.
Where does #979bc2 work well?
Use #979bc2 as a supporting color in meditation, wellness, luxury, denim, or spiritual designs, especially when you want a restrained cool mood instead of a bright, energetic focal point in the composition.
Is #979bc2 readable on white or black?
#979bc2 has a 2.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.78:1 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.