#807A9D Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated violet acts as a calm and professional alternative to standard mid-tone grays. Because of its cool, ashy undertones, #807a9d works well as a supporting neutral for branding or UI backgrounds. It maintains enough contrast for accessible body text, pairing effectively with sharp off-whites or charcoal. Use this hex code when you need a structured, muted color that avoids being overly vibrant.
Questions about #807a9d
What is #807a9d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #807a9d is rgb(128, 122, 157), in HSL hsl(250, 15%, 55%) and in CMYK 18%, 22%, 0%, 38%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What color palettes work best with #807a9d?
#807a9d functions beautifully as a base when grounded by charcoal or high-contrast off-white tones. Because of its desaturated, dusty nature, it also creates a soft, modern aesthetic when combined with muted sage greens or warm, earthy taupes.
Is #807a9d readable on white or black?
#807a9d has a 4.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.18:1 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.