#869DA3 Hex Color
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This muted cyan blends dusty grey tones to create a subdued, professional aesthetic. The hex code #869da3 serves as an excellent neutral background for technology interfaces where readability matters. Because black text provides a strong 7.4:1 contrast ratio against this shade, it remains legible at small sizes. Pair this color with warm ochre accents to avoid a flat or washed out appearance.
Questions about #869da3
What is #869da3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #869da3 is rgb(134, 157, 163), in HSL hsl(192, 14%, 58%) and in CMYK 18%, 4%, 0%, 36%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #869da3 for a balanced design?
Pair #869da3 with warm ochre or terracotta accents to introduce contrast and prevent the color from feeling too flat. For a professional, low-contrast UI, it also works seamlessly alongside charcoal or soft off-white text.
Is #869da3 readable on white or black?
#869da3 has a 2.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.36:1 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.