#8C8C94 Hex Color
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This ashy, muted violet balances grey undertones with a distinct purple character. Because it is desaturated and mid-toned, #8c8c94 works best as a supporting background or a secondary accent rather than a primary brand color. It offers enough contrast against black text for readable UI, but pairs most elegantly with crisp white or dark, high-contrast charcoal to avoid looking washed out.
Questions about #8c8c94
What is #8c8c94 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c8c94 is rgb(140, 140, 148), in HSL hsl(240, 4%, 56%) and in CMYK 5%, 5%, 0%, 42%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #8c8c94 for a balanced design?
#8c8c94 acts as a neutral anchor, making it pair exceptionally well with crisp whites or deep, high-contrast charcoal to prevent it from looking washed out. You can also layer it alongside soft, warm creams for a sophisticated, monochromatic-inspired palette that retains clarity.
Is #8c8c94 readable on white or black?
#8c8c94 has a 3.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.29:1 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.