#8C909C Hex Color
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This dusty indigo balances cool blue tones with a muted, grey finish. Because of its desaturated, professional quality, it serves well as a neutral base in corporate UI or tech interfaces. While it lacks high intensity, it provides enough contrast for black text to remain legible. The hex code for this ashy shade is #8c909c. Use it alongside brighter accents to avoid a washed-out appearance.
Questions about #8c909c
What is #8c909c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c909c is rgb(140, 144, 156), in HSL hsl(225, 7%, 58%) and in CMYK 10%, 8%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #8c909c in a UI design?
This desaturated indigo works best when anchored by high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp white to avoid a muddy appearance. For accent colors, it balances well against soft terracottas or warm mustard yellows to introduce much-needed warmth to your interface.
Is #8c909c considered a cool or warm shade?
#8c909c is distinctly cool due to its strong indigo base, though the grey desaturation keeps it from feeling overly vibrant or piercing. This combination makes it a versatile, reliable neutral that maintains a professional, quiet atmosphere in digital layouts.
Is #8c909c readable on white or black?
#8c909c has a 3.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.58:1 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.