#8493AA Hex Color
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#8493aa is a dusty, unsaturated blue with a prominent gray undertone. This muted character makes it an effective supporting tone for professional interfaces or corporate branding where reliability is the priority. Pair it with soft creams or charcoal grays to maintain balance, as it can appear flat in isolation. The hex code for this color is #8493aa, which offers excellent contrast with black text.
Questions about #8493aa
What is #8493aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8493aa is rgb(132, 147, 170), in HSL hsl(216, 18%, 59%) and in CMYK 22%, 14%, 0%, 33%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8493aa?
This muted blue works best when balanced by high-contrast neutrals like crisp off-white or deep charcoal to prevent the design from looking flat. For a subtle, monochromatic look, you can incorporate lighter slate tones or darker navy accents to add depth.
Is #8493aa considered a warm or cool color?
#8493aa is firmly a cool-toned color, defined by its dusty blue base and strong gray undertone. Because it lacks significant warmth, it conveys a sense of professional composure and calm, making it a reliable choice for corporate or tech-focused branding.
Is #8493aa readable on white or black?
#8493aa has a 3.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.73:1 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.