#8D99B6 Hex Color
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This dusty blue is desaturated and muted, carrying a cool gray undertone that feels professional and reserved. Because of its low chroma, #8d99b6 works best as a supporting background color rather than a primary focus. Pair it with soft cream or charcoal to avoid a washed-out look. Since black text provides excellent 7.4:1 contrast, it functions well for readable, reliable interface design in finance or tech.
Questions about #8d99b6
What is #8d99b6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8d99b6 is rgb(141, 153, 182), in HSL hsl(222, 22%, 63%) and in CMYK 23%, 16%, 0%, 29%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the hex color #8d99b6?
#8d99b6 works best when paired with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal to maintain legibility or soft, warm creams to balance its cool, desaturated personality. Avoid using similarly muted mid-tones, as they can cause the overall design to look washed out or flat.
Is #8d99b6 suitable for text in interface design?
Yes, #8d99b6 serves well as a background color for interfaces because it provides a strong 7.4:1 contrast ratio against black text. This makes it a reliable, accessible choice for professional, data-heavy applications that require high readability and a calm aesthetic.
Is #8d99b6 readable on white or black?
#8d99b6 has a 2.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.36:1 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.