slategray

#6E738C

MutedNeutralCool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB110, 115, 140
CMYK21, 18, 0, 45
HSL230°, 12%, 49%
LAB49, 2, -14
Closest Library Match
slate-50098% Match

Readability

4.67On WhitePASS AA
4.49On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #6E738C

The hexadecimal color code #6E738C is a medium, desaturated shade of Blue (known as slategray). In the RGB color model, #6E738C is comprised of 110 red, 115 green, and 140 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 230 degrees, a saturation of 12%, and a lightness of 49%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 490 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create desaturated Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #6E738C.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind