#8B6999 Hex Color
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Reach for the hex code #8b6999 when a layout needs a dusty purple that stays out of the way. Its low saturation gives it a matte, grayed feel with a cool undertone. White text clears AA contrast on it at about 4.6:1, so it works as a UI background or supporting tone. Pair it with warm gold to lift the flatness.
Questions about #8b6999
What is #8b6999 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8b6999 is rgb(139, 105, 153), in HSL hsl(283, 19%, 51%) and in CMYK 9%, 31%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #8b6999?
Warm gold and deep plum bring out its richness, while soft cream lifts the grayed base. Sage green makes a quiet analogous partner. Avoid pale lavender, which blends in and muddies both shades.
Is #8b6999 readable on white or black?
#8b6999 has a 4.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.57:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.