#8E7C78 Hex Color
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#8e7c78 is a dusty, ashy red with heavy grey undertones. It acts as a muted, matte neutral perfect for sophisticated backgrounds or supporting elements. Because this hex code has a 5.3:1 contrast ratio against black text, it is highly readable for UI design. Avoid using it as a primary highlight, as its low saturation can appear muddy without crisp, dark accents to anchor the design.
Questions about #8e7c78
What is #8e7c78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e7c78 is rgb(142, 124, 120), in HSL hsl(11, 9%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 15%, 44%.
What makes #8e7c78 effective for UI design?
The 5.3:1 contrast ratio against black text ensures high readability for digital interfaces while providing a sophisticated, muted aesthetic. Because it leans into heavy grey undertones, it works best as a grounding neutral rather than a primary call-to-action highlight.
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Is #8e7c78 readable on white or black?
#8e7c78 has a 3.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.30:1 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.