#8397A3 Hex Color
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#8397a3 is a muted blue with dusty gray undertones and moderate lightness, giving it an ashy, restrained look. This hex code suits security, finance, healthcare, and technology interfaces because the color feels dependable and controlled. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or warm white; black text has about a 6.9:1 contrast ratio for readable body copy.
Questions about #8397a3
What is #8397a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8397a3 is rgb(131, 151, 163), in HSL hsl(202, 15%, 58%) and in CMYK 20%, 7%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #8397a3?
#8397a3 pairs well with warm white, charcoal, muted navy, and restrained terracotta, which balance its gray cast without making the palette feel flat. Use navy for structure and terracotta sparingly when the design needs a warmer focal point.
Is #8397a3 readable on white or black?
#8397a3 has a 3.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.92:1 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.