#8399A8 Hex Color
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#8399a8 is an ashy, dusty blue with gray undertones and moderate lightness, giving it a controlled, dependable feel. The hex code #8399a8 suits security, finance, healthcare, and technology interfaces where trust matters. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or burgundy, while black text provides strong readability at about a 7.1:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #8399a8
What is #8399a8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8399a8 is rgb(131, 153, 168), in HSL hsl(204, 18%, 59%) and in CMYK 22%, 9%, 0%, 34%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8399a8?
#8399a8 pairs well with burgundy, navy, charcoal, and warm off-white, which balance its gray cast without making the palette feel cold, while burgundy adds a restrained accent and charcoal gives headings enough weight.
Is #8399a8 readable on white or black?
#8399a8 has a 2.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.08:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.