#82899E Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated blue leans toward indigo with a distinctly ashy undertone. Because it sits between grey and muted blue, #82899e provides a grounding, professional base for tech or financial interfaces. It functions well as a background color, pairing effectively with soft creams or charcoal text. This hex code maintains enough contrast for accessible body copy while adding a serious, restrained mood to any layout.
Questions about #82899e
What is #82899e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #82899e is rgb(130, 137, 158), in HSL hsl(225, 13%, 56%) and in CMYK 18%, 13%, 0%, 38%.
Does #82899e work well for UI design?
Yes, #82899e functions perfectly as a neutral-leaning blue background that provides enough contrast for legibility without straining the eyes. It is particularly effective when paired with charcoal text, creating a serious, stable look suitable for professional dashboard or corporate interfaces.
Is #82899e considered a warm or cool color?
While it contains blue and indigo pigments, the ashy, desaturated quality of #82899e gives it a cooling, muted character that feels less vibrant than a standard primary blue. It bridges the gap between grey and blue, making it inherently balanced.
Is #82899e readable on white or black?
#82899e has a 3.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.02:1 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.