#8E8499 Hex Color
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This dusty violet is heavily muted, reading more as a neutral than a vibrant purple. The low saturation makes #8e8499 a sophisticated choice for UI backgrounds where white feels too stark. It maintains strong readability with black text, so use it freely for body elements. Avoid pairing it with high-contrast pastels, as it looks far richer alongside charcoal grays or deep, organic greens.
Questions about #8e8499
What is #8e8499 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e8499 is rgb(142, 132, 153), in HSL hsl(269, 9%, 56%) and in CMYK 7%, 14%, 0%, 40%.
Does #8e8499 lean warm or cool in design?
#8e8499 reads as a cool-toned neutral due to its gray-violet undertones, making it inherently calming. Because it lacks high saturation, it avoids feeling aggressively purple, allowing it to sit comfortably alongside charcoal or deep slate tones.
What are the best color pairings for #8e8499?
To maintain a sophisticated palette, pair #8e8499 with deep organic greens or cool charcoal grays. Avoid bright, high-contrast pastels, as they can clash with this color's muted nature and make your interface look muddy rather than intentionally elegant.
Is #8e8499 readable on white or black?
#8e8499 has a 3.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.91:1 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.