#8787D1 Hex Color
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This muted, cool-toned indigo works well as a subtle UI background that won’t compete with other elements. Black text remains highly readable over the hex code #8787d1, meeting a 6.4:1 contrast ratio. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or warm slate, helping to ground its airy, soft character. Designers often choose this shade for projects requiring a sense of structure without aggressive intensity.
Questions about #8787d1
What is #8787d1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8787d1 is rgb(135, 135, 209), in HSL hsl(240, 45%, 67%) and in CMYK 35%, 35%, 0%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #8787d1?
#8787d1 anchors beautifully when paired with charcoal or warm slate tones. These dark neutrals ground the airy, cool character of the indigo, creating a professional balance that works well for UI backgrounds and structured branding layouts.
Is #8787d1 readable on white or black?
#8787d1 has a 3.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.41:1 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.