#9DB7C8 Hex Color
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A dusty blue with barely any saturation, #9db7c8 reads soft and steady rather than bold. Its gray undertone makes it a strong supporting tone behind navy or charcoal, and it shows up often in finance, healthcare, and security interfaces where trust matters. Black text passes WCAG AA easily on it at roughly 10:1 contrast. For a muted base like this, it helps to know what colors make gray.
Questions about #9db7c8
What is #9db7c8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9db7c8 is rgb(157, 183, 200), in HSL hsl(204, 28%, 70%) and in CMYK 21%, 8%, 0%, 22%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9db7c8?
Warm rust and terracotta give this muted blue needed energy, while deep navy or charcoal keep it grounded. Avoid pale pastels nearby, since #9db7c8 can look washed out against them.
Is #9db7c8 readable on white or black?
#9db7c8 has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.04:1 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.