#8C91A4 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty indigo pairs heavy grey undertones with a subtle violet hue. It feels grounded rather than vibrant, making it a reliable choice for professional branding or structured UI backgrounds. Since black text provides a strong 6.7:1 contrast ratio against it, #8c91a4 works well for readable body copy. Use this hex code as a stabilizing neutral to balance brighter, more energetic accent colors.
Questions about #8c91a4
What is #8c91a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c91a4 is rgb(140, 145, 164), in HSL hsl(228, 12%, 60%) and in CMYK 15%, 12%, 0%, 36%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8c91a4?
Because of its heavy grey undertones, #8c91a4 works best when paired with crisp, high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or brighter accent colors like soft lemon. Avoid pairing it with muddy browns, as the violet hue can clash, creating an unintentional visual tension.
Is #8c91a4 readable on white or black?
#8c91a4 has a 3.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.70:1 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.