#8177AE Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated purple offers a calm, matte finish that works well in modern UI. Because #8177ae is quite muted, it avoids being overpowering, making it a reliable supporting tone in branding. It pairs nicely with warm grays or soft cream to create a sophisticated palette. The hex code #8177ae holds a 5.2:1 contrast ratio against black text, ensuring full readability for small body copy.
Questions about #8177ae
What is #8177ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8177ae is rgb(129, 119, 174), in HSL hsl(251, 25%, 57%) and in CMYK 26%, 32%, 0%, 32%.
What colors pair well with #8177ae?
#8177ae works best when balanced against neutral foundations like warm gray or soft cream to maintain its sophisticated, matte appearance. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation neons, as they clash with its intentionally understated and muted aesthetic.
Is #8177ae readable on white or black?
#8177ae has a 4.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.18:1 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.