#808CB0 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty blue feels restrained and professional. Its desaturated character makes it an excellent choice for corporate UI backgrounds where clarity is more important than visual impact. Pair #808cb0 with charcoal grays for a modern, tech-focused palette. Because it maintains strong contrast with black text, it is a functional and reliable option for clean, accessible interface design. The hex code for this cool tone is #808cb0.
Questions about #808cb0
What is #808cb0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #808cb0 is rgb(128, 140, 176), in HSL hsl(225, 23%, 60%) and in CMYK 27%, 20%, 0%, 31%.
What colors complement #808cb0 for a tech-focused design?
This muted blue pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal grays to create a clean, modern aesthetic suitable for corporate interfaces. When you need a brighter contrast, soft off-whites or neutral slate tones keep the design readable without overwhelming the user.
Is #808cb0 readable on white or black?
#808cb0 has a 3.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.29:1 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.