#979DAE Hex Color
Sober and dependable dusty muted blue
This muted, dusty blue leans heavily into grey, offering a sober and dependable aesthetic. It works best as a neutral base or supporting background rather than a bold accent. Pair #979dae with charcoal or off-white to maintain its sophisticated, understated mood. Black text offers excellent legibility at a 7.7:1 contrast ratio. This hex code is a functional choice for corporate UI and finance interfaces.
Questions about #979dae
What is #979dae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #979dae is rgb(151, 157, 174), in HSL hsl(224, 12%, 64%) and in CMYK 13%, 10%, 0%, 32%.
What colors pair well with #979dae for a professional palette?
#979dae works best when grounded by high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep navy, which anchor its dusty blue qualities. For a softer look, pair it with off-white or light cream to maintain the sophisticated and understated mood.
Is #979dae suitable for UI text on light backgrounds?
Using #979dae as primary body text on a very light background is not recommended for accessibility, as the contrast ratio is too low. Instead, use this color for secondary UI elements, borders, or muted backgrounds where black text provides better legibility.
Is #979dae readable on white or black?
#979dae has a 2.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.74:1 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.