#85A1D5 Hex Color
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This desaturated, dusty blue works best as a primary UI background where high readability matters. Because black text maintains a strong 8.1:1 contrast ratio against it, accessibility is built-in. The hex code for this shade is #85a1d5. When learning what colors make gray, consider how this cool blue pairs effectively with warm charcoals or deep forest greens to create professional, grounded interfaces.
Questions about #85a1d5
What is #85a1d5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #85a1d5 is rgb(133, 161, 213), in HSL hsl(219, 49%, 68%) and in CMYK 38%, 24%, 0%, 16%.
What colors pair well with #85a1d5 for professional interfaces?
To create a grounded design, pair #85a1d5 with warm charcoal or deep forest green. These darker neutrals balance the cool, dusty nature of the blue, adding stability and depth to your layout without overwhelming the clean, primary background.
Is #85a1d5 readable on white or black?
#85a1d5 has a 2.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.05:1 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.