#8C94A6 Hex Color
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Ashy and dusty, #8c94a6 is a muted blue with a cool gray cast and moderate lightness. Its restrained saturation suggests trust, control, and reliability without feeling stark. The hex code works well as a supporting tone in security, finance, healthcare, and technology interfaces. Black text reaches about 6.9:1 contrast, making it suitable behind small body text.
Questions about #8c94a6
What is #8c94a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c94a6 is rgb(140, 148, 166), in HSL hsl(222, 13%, 60%) and in CMYK 16%, 11%, 0%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #8c94a6?
Pair #8c94a6 with charcoal text and off-white surfaces for a restrained interface, then add muted burgundy or brass accents when the palette needs warmth without losing its dependable, professional character.
Does #8c94a6 read warm or cool?
It reads cool because its blue base is softened by gray rather than green or violet, giving the shade a dry, controlled appearance. Nearby warm neutrals can make it feel more balanced.
Is #8c94a6 readable on white or black?
#8c94a6 has a 3.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.90:1 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.