#8E8C91 Hex Color
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This ashy, mid-tone grey serves as a professional anchor for UI design. Because it maintains a 6.3:1 contrast ratio against black, it works well for small body text without readability concerns. The hex code for this neutral shade is #8e8c91. Use it as a supporting tone paired with warm whites to prevent the design from appearing flat or muddy at larger scales.
Questions about #8e8c91
What is #8e8c91 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e8c91 is rgb(142, 140, 145), in HSL hsl(264, 2%, 56%) and in CMYK 2%, 3%, 0%, 43%.
Where should I use #8e8c91 in my user interface?
#8e8c91 functions best as a sophisticated supporting tone for secondary text or subtle background elements. Because it maintains a strong 6.3:1 contrast ratio against black, it remains readable while feeling softer and more modern than pure standard grey.
What colors pair well with #8e8c91?
This ashy grey pairs best with warm, crisp whites or soft creams to prevent the overall palette from appearing flat. For a high-end look, consider using it as an anchor alongside charcoal for typography or muted earth tones.
Is #8e8c91 readable on white or black?
#8e8c91 has a 3.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.31:1 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.