#80A4C8 Hex Color
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#80a4c8 is a pastel, dusty blue with cool gray undertones and very low saturation. Its softened, ashy look suggests peace, trust, and dependable control without feeling stark. The hex code #80a4c8 suits healthcare, finance, technology, and spring-themed backgrounds. Black text reaches about 8.1:1 contrast, making it suitable for readable body copy.
Questions about #80a4c8
What is #80a4c8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #80a4c8 is rgb(128, 164, 200), in HSL hsl(210, 40%, 64%) and in CMYK 36%, 18%, 0%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #80a4c8?
Pairing #80a4c8 with charcoal, warm ivory, or muted terracotta creates contrast that keeps its cool, dusty character intact while adding enough visual weight for interfaces, packaging, and brand layouts rather than relying on plain white.
Is #80a4c8 readable on white or black?
#80a4c8 has a 2.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.06:1 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.