#86A8AE Hex Color
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An ashy, dusty cyan, #86a8ae has low saturation and a soft mid-light value that feels refreshing, open, and clear-minded. The hex code works well as a supporting tone in technology, aerospace, communication, and productivity interfaces, especially beside charcoal or warm ivory. Black text remains highly legible on it, making it practical for readable UI panels and content areas.
Questions about #86a8ae
What is #86a8ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #86a8ae is rgb(134, 168, 174), in HSL hsl(189, 20%, 60%) and in CMYK 23%, 3%, 0%, 32%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #86a8ae?
The #86a8ae hex color pairs well with charcoal for crisp contrast, warm ivory for a softer balance, and deeper blue-green accents for a cohesive cool palette in interfaces and branding.
Is #86a8ae a warm or cool color?
The #86a8ae hex color reads cool because its cyan base leans toward blue, while its gray softness keeps the effect restrained rather than bright or icy in most palettes and interfaces. Warm ivory or natural wood can make it feel more welcoming.
Is #86a8ae readable on white or black?
#86a8ae has a 2.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.22:1 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.