#858D9A Hex Color
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#858d9a is a muted, dusty blue with strong grey undertones. It projects a sense of professional restraint, making it a reliable choice for corporate UI backgrounds, finance apps, or technical dashboards. Because it offers high contrast with black text, it works well for small body copy. Pair this hex code with a crisp white or a soft charcoal to balance its matte finish.
Questions about #858d9a
What is #858d9a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #858d9a is rgb(133, 141, 154), in HSL hsl(217, 9%, 56%) and in CMYK 14%, 8%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair best with #858d9a for professional design?
#858d9a works beautifully with high-contrast neutrals like crisp white or deep charcoal to maintain a modern, clean aesthetic. For a subtle accent, try incorporating muted terracotta or soft sage to add warmth without disrupting the professional mood.
Is #858d9a readable on white or black?
#858d9a has a 3.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.27:1 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.