#868A95 Hex Color
Sophisticated slate grey with cool depth
#868a95 is a muted, dusty slate that leans heavily toward grey. Because of its low saturation, it serves as a solid base for professional UI layouts, especially when pairing with crisp white or deep charcoal. While black text provides excellent 6.1:1 contrast for readability, this shade can look washed out in large, solid blocks. Use it as a supporting tone to maintain visual balance in corporate branding.
Questions about #868a95
What is #868a95 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #868a95 is rgb(134, 138, 149), in HSL hsl(224, 7%, 55%) and in CMYK 10%, 7%, 0%, 42%.
What colors pair best with #868a95 for UI design?
Pair #868a95 with crisp white to maintain clean legibility or use deep charcoal to anchor your layout. This balance prevents the muted slate from appearing washed out and keeps the visual hierarchy sharp across professional interfaces.
Is #868a95 suitable for text content?
Yes, #868a95 provides excellent contrast against white backgrounds, measuring at a 6.1:1 ratio. This meets standard accessibility requirements for readability, making it a reliable choice for secondary text or subtle UI elements that require a softer look than pure black.
Is #868a95 readable on white or black?
#868a95 has a 3.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.08:1 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.