#8D7289 Hex Color
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#8d7289 is a dusty, matte magenta with significant gray undertones. This unsaturated tone provides a calm and underplayed aesthetic for branding or digital interfaces. Because black text maintains a high contrast ratio of 4.9:1 against this hex code, your type remains readable. While effective as a background, use it in smaller sections to avoid it appearing muddy across larger, expansive layouts.
Questions about #8d7289
What is #8d7289 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8d7289 is rgb(141, 114, 137), in HSL hsl(309, 11%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 3%, 45%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
How should I use #8d7289 in my web design?
Apply #8d7289 in smaller sections or as a primary accent color rather than a full-page background to maintain focus. Because it feels somewhat heavy, pairing it with lighter neutrals prevents the design from appearing muddy or overwhelmed.
Is #8d7289 readable on white or black?
#8d7289 has a 4.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.90:1 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.