#8693B7 Hex Color
A dusty blue with cool ashy undertones
#8693b7 is a dusty, desaturated blue with cool, ashy undertones. This color projects stability, making it a reliable choice for corporate or financial UI projects. It offers enough contrast for legible black body text, so it functions well as a stable background. Pair it with soft cream or charcoal to avoid a muddy look. This hex code reads best in professional branding rather than high-energy designs.
Questions about #8693b7
What is #8693b7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8693b7 is rgb(134, 147, 183), in HSL hsl(224, 25%, 62%) and in CMYK 27%, 20%, 0%, 28%.
What colors pair best with #8693b7?
#8693b7 works effectively alongside neutral tones like soft cream or deep charcoal to maintain its professional aesthetic. These pairings prevent the blue from appearing muddy, ensuring your design maintains high contrast and visual clarity for users.
Is #8693b7 suitable for large blocks of text?
Yes, #8693b7 serves as an excellent, stable background for black body text because it provides sufficient contrast. Its desaturated nature reduces eye strain compared to more vibrant blues, making it a reliable choice for long-form reading interfaces.
Is #8693b7 readable on white or black?
#8693b7 has a 3.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.87:1 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.