#838FAB Hex Color
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#838fab is a dusty, unsaturated blue with prominent gray undertones. This muted quality makes it a versatile supporting tone for corporate branding or UI interfaces where you need professional restraint. It pairs well with crisp charcoal or deep navy for a sophisticated look. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it functions reliably for small body copy. The hex code for this ashy blue is #838fab.
Questions about #838fab
What is #838fab in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #838fab is rgb(131, 143, 171), in HSL hsl(222, 19%, 59%) and in CMYK 23%, 16%, 0%, 33%.
What makes #838fab a good choice for UI text?
The #838fab hex color offers significant contrast against neutral black or very dark backgrounds, ensuring readability for small body copy. It avoids the harshness of pure blue, making it ideal for professional dashboards and readable data interfaces.
Which colors complement #838fab best?
This dusty blue pairs best with charcoal or deep navy tones to maintain a sophisticated, corporate aesthetic. For a warmer contrast, try using muted terracotta or soft earth tones to ground the otherwise cool, gray-heavy palette.
Is #838fab readable on white or black?
#838fab has a 3.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.48:1 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.