#8C8D92 Hex Color
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This mid-tone grey sits comfortably between light and dark, offering a muted, dusty quality that avoids looking washed out. It functions well as a stable background color for professional interfaces, as its contrast ratio allows for readable black text. Because of its neutral character, the hex code #8c8d92 pairs particularly well with vibrant primary colors that need a restrained base to shine.
Questions about #8c8d92
What is #8c8d92 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c8d92 is rgb(140, 141, 146), in HSL hsl(230, 3%, 56%) and in CMYK 4%, 3%, 0%, 43%.
What colors pair best with the neutral tone of #8c8d92?
This grey acts as a perfect anchor for high-saturation primary colors like bright red or electric blue, as its muted quality prevents them from becoming overwhelming. It also creates a sophisticated, minimalist look when paired with off-whites and softer charcoals.
Is #8c8d92 readable on white or black?
#8c8d92 has a 3.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.34:1 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.