#8BA0A4 Hex Color
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This dusty cyan balances grey and blue to create a grounded, muted finish. Because it is highly desaturated, #8ba0a4 works best as a neutral background rather than a primary brand color. It pairs surprisingly well with warm copper or burnt orange accents. The hex code #8ba0a4 maintains high contrast with black text, so it works effectively for UI layouts requiring readability.
Questions about #8ba0a4
What is #8ba0a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8ba0a4 is rgb(139, 160, 164), in HSL hsl(190, 12%, 59%) and in CMYK 15%, 2%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair best with #8ba0a4 in a design scheme?
#8ba0a4 works exceptionally well when balanced against high-contrast warm tones like burnt orange or metallic copper. Because the cyan is so desaturated and grounded, these warmer hues provide the necessary pop to keep your layout from feeling too flat or overly clinical.
Is #8ba0a4 suitable for text-heavy UI interfaces?
Yes, #8ba0a4 functions effectively as a neutral background because it maintains enough contrast against black text for readable interfaces. Its muted, grey-blue nature prevents the visual fatigue that often comes with brighter, more saturated cyan tones on digital screens.
Is #8ba0a4 readable on white or black?
#8ba0a4 has a 2.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.66:1 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.