#8A9296 Hex Color
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The hex code #8a9296 is a muted blue-gray with ashy, dusty undertones and medium-light value. Its restrained saturation feels dependable and controlled, fitting security, finance, healthcare, technology, and government interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or warm white; black text reaches about 6.6:1 contrast, making it suitable for readable body copy.
Questions about #8a9296
What is #8a9296 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a9296 is rgb(138, 146, 150), in HSL hsl(200, 5%, 56%) and in CMYK 8%, 3%, 0%, 41%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8a9296?
Pair #8a9296 with navy for stronger depth, warm white for clean contrast, or muted burgundy for a controlled accent. Its low saturation keeps these combinations from feeling harsh. Use the blue-gray as a supporting tone rather than the dominant color.
Is #8a9296 readable on white or black?
#8a9296 has a 3.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.63:1 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.