#8A6180 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted magenta offers a somber take on classic pinks. Because it is highly unsaturated and leans toward an ashy, dark finish, #8a6180 works best as a supporting tone rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted sage greens or warm, earthy greys. The hex code #8a6180 is accessible for small text, provided you pair it with high-contrast white lettering.
Questions about #8a6180
What is #8a6180 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a6180 is rgb(138, 97, 128), in HSL hsl(315, 17%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 7%, 46%.
What colors pair best with #8a6180 in a design palette?
#8a6180 functions best as a supporting accent rather than a primary background color. It pairs exceptionally well with muted sage greens or warm, earthy greys, which balance its inherent magenta undertones while keeping the design grounded and sophisticated.
Is #8a6180 readable on white or black?
#8a6180 has a 5.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.10:1 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.