#84888C Hex Color
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This mid-tone grey is a practical, stable anchor for minimal design. With low saturation and moderate lightness, #84888c works well as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant background. It pairs effectively with high-contrast black text for readability. Avoid using it in isolation, as it can appear flat. The hex code for this ashy grey is #84888c.
Questions about #84888c
What is #84888c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #84888c is rgb(132, 136, 140), in HSL hsl(210, 3%, 53%) and in CMYK 6%, 3%, 0%, 45%.
How should I use #84888c in a web design interface?
#84888c serves best as a supporting anchor color rather than a primary background element, as it can appear flat in isolation. Use this shade for secondary UI elements like borders, dividers, or muted typography to create a stable, professional look.
What colors pair well with #84888c?
Is #84888c readable on white or black?
#84888c has a 3.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.88:1 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.