#8A9CA8 Hex Color
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A muted, dusty blue that sits just shy of grey. The hex code #8a9ca8 carries a steady, dependable feel, which suits finance, healthcare, and tech work. It reads best as a supporting tone; pair it with warm off-whites or terracotta to keep it from going flat. Black text clears WCAG AA on it at roughly 7.4:1 contrast.
Questions about #8a9ca8
What is #8a9ca8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a9ca8 is rgb(138, 156, 168), in HSL hsl(204, 15%, 60%) and in CMYK 18%, 7%, 0%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #8a9ca8?
Warm accents like terracotta, mustard, and cream bring out its blue undertone, while charcoal and deep navy give it a quieter, more corporate feel. Avoid pale greys, which wash it out.
Is #8a9ca8 readable on white or black?
#8a9ca8 has a 2.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.40:1 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.