#885FB7 Hex Color
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#885fb7 is a muted, desaturated violet that leans cool and composed. Its grounded nature makes it a reliable choice for UI elements where you need a touch of sophistication without high-intensity glare. Pair this hex code with soft charcoal grays or cream tones to maintain readability. Because it offers a 4.8:1 contrast ratio against white, it works well for small body text or interface icons.
Questions about #885fb7
What is #885fb7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #885fb7 is rgb(136, 95, 183), in HSL hsl(268, 38%, 55%) and in CMYK 26%, 48%, 0%, 28%.
Which neutral colors pair best with #885fb7?
Is #885fb7 readable on white or black?
#885fb7 has a 4.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.36:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.