#808DBA Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated indigo feels cold and structured. Because of its muted tone, #808dba works well as a grounding background element that avoids the starkness of pure blue. It pairs effectively with charcoal grays or warm off-whites. Since black text provides excellent readability against this hex code, use it for UI components or legible typography where you need an understated, professional look.
Questions about #808dba
What is #808dba in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #808dba is rgb(128, 141, 186), in HSL hsl(227, 30%, 62%) and in CMYK 31%, 24%, 0%, 27%.
What makes #808dba effective for interface design?
The muted, unsaturated nature of #808dba creates a grounding background that avoids the intensity of pure blue. It offers excellent readability with standard black text, making it a reliable choice for professional typography and structured UI components that prioritize clarity over vibrancy.
Which colors work best as accents with #808dba?
Pairing #808dba with deep charcoal or warm off-whites balances its cool, structured undertone effectively. These combinations emphasize its professional quality while maintaining high contrast, helping designers create layouts that feel balanced, modern, and easy on the eyes.
Is #808dba readable on white or black?
#808dba has a 3.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.43:1 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.