#8896A9 Hex Color
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The hex code #8896a9 is a muted, dusty blue with ashy gray undertones and moderate lightness. Its restrained character suggests trust and reliability, making it a strong supporting tone for finance, healthcare, technology, and government branding. Use it with black text for accessible body copy, since it provides about 7:1 contrast while keeping interfaces calm and controlled.
Questions about #8896a9
What is #8896a9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8896a9 is rgb(136, 150, 169), in HSL hsl(215, 16%, 60%) and in CMYK 20%, 11%, 0%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #8896a9?
#8896a9 pairs well with white, black, charcoal, and warm neutrals, balancing its cool gray-blue base in clean interfaces, presentations, and brand systems without making the palette feel stark or overly formal.
Is #8896a9 readable on white or black?
#8896a9 has a 3.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.98:1 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.