#7F8395 Hex Color
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This dusty indigo feels like weathered denim or a storm cloud. As a muted neutral, #7f8395 excels as a background color for UI design where standard greys feel too sterile. It provides enough contrast for black text, hitting a 5.6:1 ratio that satisfies accessibility requirements. Pair this hex code with warm, earthy tones to balance its inherent coolness and add structure to your palette.
Questions about #7f8395
What is #7f8395 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7f8395 is rgb(127, 131, 149), in HSL hsl(229, 9%, 54%) and in CMYK 15%, 12%, 0%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #7f8395?
#7f8395 works best when paired with warm, earthy tones to ground its cool, atmospheric nature. Incorporating terracotta or soft sand accents adds necessary warmth, while pairing it with deep charcoal creates a balanced, sophisticated contrast for UI components.
Is #7f8395 readable on white or black?
#7f8395 has a 3.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.58:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.