#8DA2DB Hex Color
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Reach for #8da2db when a design calls for a pastel blue background that still passes accessibility checks. Black text sits at about 8.3:1 contrast on it, well past WCAG AA for small copy. The hue is heavily muted, so it carries a grayed softness similar to what colors make gray. Warm accents like terracotta keep it from feeling flat. The hex code #8da2db suits healthcare and finance layouts.
Questions about #8da2db
What is #8da2db in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8da2db is rgb(141, 162, 219), in HSL hsl(224, 52%, 71%) and in CMYK 36%, 26%, 0%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #8da2db?
Warm accents such as terracotta and muted coral balance its cool tone, while deep navy grounds it for finance or tech layouts. Avoid pale grays nearby, since they wash it out.
Is #8da2db readable on white or black?
#8da2db has a 2.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.32:1 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.