#886B82 Hex Color
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This desaturated magenta is dusty and ashy, trading intensity for a muted, matte aesthetic. The hex code #886b82 works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant background, where it can easily appear muddy. Because it maintains a 4.7:1 contrast ratio against white text, it remains readable for UI design. Pair it with soft charcoals or deep teals for a balanced, sophisticated result.
Questions about #886b82
What is #886b82 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #886b82 is rgb(136, 107, 130), in HSL hsl(312, 12%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 4%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #886b82 in a design palette?
Is #886b82 suitable for use as a primary text color?
While #886b82 maintains a decent 4.7:1 contrast ratio against white, it is generally safer as a secondary accent rather than a primary body font. Reserve this color for headings or interactive UI elements where its unique, matte character can stand out without straining eyes.
Is #886b82 readable on white or black?
#886b82 has a 4.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.47:1 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.