#8C8CC0 Hex Color
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This ashy indigo possesses a dusty, unsaturated quality that feels grounded rather than bright. The hex code for this color is #8c8cc0. It works best as an accent alongside warm neutrals like cream or stone. Because it offers strong contrast with black text, designers often use it for UI elements where readability matters. Avoid using it in large, flat blocks to prevent a washed-out effect.
Questions about #8c8cc0
What is #8c8cc0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c8cc0 is rgb(140, 140, 192), in HSL hsl(240, 29%, 65%) and in CMYK 27%, 27%, 0%, 25%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #8c8cc0?
Is #8c8cc0 suitable for large-scale UI backgrounds?
It is generally safer to use #8c8cc0 as a strategic accent rather than a full-page background color. Because it is desaturated and ashy, large flat blocks can quickly appear washed-out or muddy on digital screens, potentially straining user readability.
Is #8c8cc0 readable on white or black?
#8c8cc0 has a 3.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.62:1 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.