#80A3B7 Hex Color

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#80a3b7 is a light, ashy blue with dusty gray undertones and low saturation. Its restrained character suggests trust, reliability, and control without feeling severe. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, technology, or government interfaces, especially with dark text. The #80a3b7 hex code has enough contrast for black body text, but can look washed out beside white.

Questions about #80a3b7

What is #80a3b7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #80a3b7 is rgb(128, 163, 183), in HSL hsl(202, 28%, 61%) and in CMYK 30%, 11%, 0%, 28%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Does #80a3b7 read as warm or cool?
#80a3b7 reads as a cool, muted blue because its gray undertone and low saturation soften the hue without adding warmth. Its moderate lightness keeps it approachable, while restrained chroma gives interfaces a steady, dependable tone.
Which colors pair well with #80a3b7?
#80a3b7 pairs well with charcoal for readable text and a grounded interface, while warm terracotta or muted brass can add contrast without making the palette loud in brand systems and product screens.
Is #80a3b7 readable on white or black?
#80a3b7 has a 2.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.84:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.