#8390B0 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
A dusty, cool blue with gray undertones, #8390b0 has low saturation and a steady, controlled feel. Its muted lightness suggests trust and reliability without the sharpness of navy. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, technology, or government palettes, pairing it with charcoal for readable text. The hex code is #8390b0. Black text reaches about 6.6:1 contrast, suitable for small body copy.
Questions about #8390b0
What is #8390b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8390b0 is rgb(131, 144, 176), in HSL hsl(223, 22%, 60%) and in CMYK 26%, 18%, 0%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #8390b0?
Pair #8390b0 with charcoal text for crisp, readable contrast; warm accent colors add controlled energy without overwhelming its gray undertone, preserving its reliable character across dense layouts and practical product screens. It works especially well in restrained interface and brand palettes.
Is #8390b0 readable on white or black?
#8390b0 has a 3.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.58:1 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.