#8295AE Hex Color

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#8295ae is a dusty, ashy blue with very low saturation and a softened, dependable feel. Its balanced lightness suggests trust, control, and security without the force of navy. Use the hex code as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, technology, or government interfaces, where black text offers about 6.9:1 contrast and meets WCAG AA for body copy.

Questions about #8295ae

What is #8295ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8295ae is rgb(130, 149, 174), in HSL hsl(214, 21%, 60%) and in CMYK 25%, 14%, 0%, 32%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8295ae?
#8295ae pairs well with charcoal text and restrained burgundy or terracotta accents, which add warmth without overpowering its low-saturation base. Use it as a supporting tone beside off-white surfaces, dark ink, or muted metallic details.
Is #8295ae readable on white or black?
#8295ae has a 3.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.85:1 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.