#8E78AF Hex Color
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Dusty and muted, #8e78af sits between a calm grey and a soft violet. It lacks the punch of bright purples, making it a reliable supporting color in balanced palettes. Pair this shade with charcoal or dark slate to ground its coolness. The hex code #8e78af offers 5.5:1 contrast against black text, making it a functional choice for legible, small-scale interface elements.
Questions about #8e78af
What is #8e78af in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e78af is rgb(142, 120, 175), in HSL hsl(264, 26%, 58%) and in CMYK 19%, 31%, 0%, 31%.
Why is #8e78af effective for user interfaces?
#8e78af provides a 5.5:1 contrast ratio against black, making it a functional choice for legible, small-scale interface elements. Its muted tone prevents it from overwhelming the screen while maintaining a clear, readable presence in your design.
Which colors pair best with #8e78af?
Pair #8e78af with charcoal or deep slate to ground its inherent coolness. These dark neutrals stabilize the color, allowing its dusty violet quality to serve as a sophisticated accent without appearing overly bright or distracting.
Is #8e78af readable on white or black?
#8e78af has a 3.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.45:1 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.