#888DFC Hex Color
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This saturated indigo is exceptionally bright and commands attention in any interface. Because it carries so much intensity, #888dfc works best as a punchy accent or a bold call to action rather than a background color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal grays, which allow the blue tones to pop without feeling overwhelming. The hex code is #888dfc, and it reads clearly with black text.
Questions about #888dfc
What is #888dfc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #888dfc is rgb(136, 141, 252), in HSL hsl(237, 95%, 76%) and in CMYK 46%, 44%, 0%, 1%.
How should I use #888dfc in UI design?
Use #888dfc sparingly as an accent color for interactive elements like buttons, toggle switches, or notification badges. Because of its high saturation, it can easily overpower interface backgrounds, so maintain a neutral palette like charcoal or light gray for balance.
Does #888dfc work well with text?
While #888dfc is highly visible, it is generally too vibrant for large blocks of paragraph text. It reads clearest against high-contrast backgrounds like stark white or very deep, dark grays, ensuring your text remains readable without causing visual strain for the user.
Is #888dfc readable on white or black?
#888dfc has a 2.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.26:1 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.