#8B95B0 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated blue has a stony, muted quality that feels steady and professional. Because it is highly readable against black text, the hex code #8b95b0 works well as a grounding neutral for corporate UI backgrounds or security-focused branding. Avoid pairing it with high-contrast pastels, as it tends to look washed out. Instead, combine it with deep charcoal or muted ochre for a balanced, modern palette.
Questions about #8b95b0
What is #8b95b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8b95b0 is rgb(139, 149, 176), in HSL hsl(224, 19%, 62%) and in CMYK 21%, 15%, 0%, 31%.
How should I use #8b95b0 in a color palette?
Is #8b95b0 suitable for text-heavy corporate branding?
Yes, this hex color is highly readable against standard dark text, making it a reliable choice for security-focused or professional UI layouts. It remains steady and muted, avoiding the distracting vibrancy found in brighter, more saturated blue tones.
Is #8b95b0 readable on white or black?
#8b95b0 has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.02:1 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.