#838688 Hex Color
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The hex color #838688 is a muted, mid-value gray with faint blue undertones and an ashy, dusty finish. Its restrained character suits professional interfaces, product design, architecture, and minimal layouts. Use it as a supporting tone beside white, navy, or warm wood. Black text reads clearly on this color at about 5.7:1 contrast. The hex code is #838688.
Questions about #838688
What is #838688 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #838688 is rgb(131, 134, 136), in HSL hsl(204, 2%, 52%) and in CMYK 4%, 1%, 0%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #838688?
Pair #838688 with white, navy, or warm wood tones to balance its cool blue-gray cast; charcoal and other dark neutrals create a quieter, layered look, while muted blue or green accents add restrained contrast without overpowering it.
Is #838688 warm or cool?
#838688 reads as a cool gray because its faint blue undertones temper the neutral base, giving it a dusty, ashy feel rather than the warmth associated with beige, taupe, or brown-based grays.
Is #838688 readable on white or black?
#838688 has a 3.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.73:1 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.