COLOR
#696992
≈ Heron
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On white
Aa
5.20:1
Passes AA
On black
Aa
3.36:1
AA · large text
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Aa#FFFFFF(5.20:1)
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Normal vision#696992
Protanopia#5E6E94
Deuteranopia#5C6B91
Tritanopia#5F7077
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Colors that go with Heron
Heron sits in the blue family. Pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Pantone & RAL matches are coming soon — those libraries aren't openly licensed for redistribution.
Heron — meaning & where to use it
Heron is a rich, mid-toned blue — it reads as trustworthy, stable and professional. It's a natural fit for corporate, tech and financial brands, and dependable UI chrome. To keep it balanced, pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold.
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