#80807F Hex Color
Sophisticated and stable dusty grey
This mid-tone, dusty grey sits at a stable, neutral lightness that avoids looking overly flat. Because it offers a solid 5.3:1 contrast ratio against black, #80807f works well as a reliable, readable background for body text in UI design. Its desaturated character provides a professional, sophisticated foundation that pairs effectively with vibrant accent colors without appearing muddy or washed out.
Questions about #80807f
What is #80807f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #80807f is rgb(128, 128, 127), in HSL hsl(60, 0%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 1%, 50%.
Why is #80807f a good choice for UI backgrounds?
#80807f offers a balanced 5.3:1 contrast ratio against black text, ensuring readability without the harshness of pure black or white. This makes it an ideal, professional-grade neutral for modern interface design that requires both clarity and a soft, grounded aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #80807f?
Is #80807f readable on white or black?
#80807f has a 3.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.31:1 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.