#808B8C Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy cyan carries a muted quality that works best as a supporting tone in UI or branding. Because it is highly desaturated and sits near grey, it creates a stable, professional background that avoids being distracting. The hex code for this color is #808b8c. It pairs well with charcoal or sharp white, and black text remains perfectly legible against it for all body copy.
Questions about #808b8c
What is #808b8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #808b8c is rgb(128, 139, 140), in HSL hsl(185, 5%, 53%) and in CMYK 9%, 1%, 0%, 45%.
How can I effectively use #808b8c in web design?
#808b8c functions best as a neutral background or muted supporting accent because its high desaturation prevents it from competing with foreground elements. Pair it with dark charcoal text to ensure optimal readability and a sophisticated, modern aesthetic.
Does #808b8c lean warm or cool in a color palette?
While #808b8c is technically a cyan derivative, its heavy grey content gives it a cool, muted temperature that feels professional rather than icy. It avoids the clinical harshness of pure blues, making it a reliable choice for corporate interfaces.
Is #808b8c readable on white or black?
#808b8c has a 3.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.98:1 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.