#8598A6 Hex Color
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Not grey enough to be neutral and not vivid enough to pop, #8598a6 is a dusty slate blue that leans ashy. Its low saturation and mid lightness give it a steady, dependable feel, which suits finance, healthcare, and government branding. It works best as a supporting tone rather than a hero color, and warm accents like terracotta keep it from going flat.
Questions about #8598a6
What is #8598a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8598a6 is rgb(133, 152, 166), in HSL hsl(205, 16%, 59%) and in CMYK 20%, 8%, 0%, 35%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8598a6?
Warm, earthy accents bring out the best in #8598a6, since its grey undertones can look flat against cool palettes. Try terracotta, mustard, or charcoal for contrast and depth.
Is #8598a6 readable on white or black?
#8598a6 has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.03:1 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.