#8C9FFC Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#8c9ffc is a bright, cool-toned periwinkle that leans heavily into violet. This hex code offers high readability against black text, making it a strong choice for UI elements that require clarity and accessible contrast. While it can feel electric in large blocks, it functions best as a supporting accent color when paired with deeper, muted charcoals or dark denim tones to ground its intensity.
Questions about #8c9ffc
What is #8c9ffc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c9ffc is rgb(140, 159, 252), in HSL hsl(230, 95%, 77%) and in CMYK 44%, 37%, 0%, 1%.
What colors pair well with #8c9ffc in a UI design?
Because #8c9ffc functions as an electric accent, it pairs effectively with neutral, grounding tones like charcoal or deep navy. Balancing this bright periwinkle with muted, dark earth tones helps control its intensity while keeping your design clean and professional.
Is #8c9ffc readable on white or black?
#8c9ffc has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.47:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.