#808083 Hex Color
A steady mid grey with a cool edge
Reach for #808083 when a design needs a steady mid grey that won’t fight its content. This hex code sits almost exactly halfway between black and white, with a faint cool cast. It works best as a supporting tone behind dark type, since black text clears WCAG AA at about 5.3:1. Next to pure white it can look flat, so give it company like warm wood tones or deep navy.
Questions about #808083
What is #808083 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #808083 is rgb(128, 128, 131), in HSL hsl(240, 1%, 51%) and in CMYK 2%, 2%, 0%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #808083?
#808083 pairs well with warm materials and deep accents, since its faint blue undertone can turn flat against plain white. Try it with terracotta or navy to add warmth and depth to a neutral palette.
Is #808083 readable on white or black?
#808083 has a 3.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.33:1 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.