#979DA4 Hex Color
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Ashy blue, almost grey. The hex code #979da4 keeps saturation low and lightness mid-range, so it feels steady and grounded. It works best as a supporting tone or UI background, where black text clears contrast at about 7.7:1. Warm accents like terracotta keep its grey side from going flat.
Questions about #979da4
What is #979da4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #979da4 is rgb(151, 157, 164), in HSL hsl(212, 7%, 62%) and in CMYK 8%, 4%, 0%, 36%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #979da4?
Warm hues like terracotta, rust, and muted gold pair best with #979da4 because their warmth offsets the grey cast that can make this ashy blue feel flat next to cool tones. Navy is a safe tonal partner when the mood calls for something nautical.
Is #979da4 readable on white or black?
#979da4 has a 2.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.67:1 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.