#8E9385 Hex Color
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#8e9385 is an ashy, muted sage that leans heavily into grey. Its desaturated character feels stable and organic rather than energetic. Because it holds strong contrast against black text, it works well as a supporting background or secondary interface element. Avoid using it as a primary highlight, as the dusty undertones can appear muddy when paired with overly vivid neons.
Questions about #8e9385
What is #8e9385 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e9385 is rgb(142, 147, 133), in HSL hsl(81, 6%, 55%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 10%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #8e9385?
This muted sage pairs best with charcoal or deep, darkened neutrals to maintain its sophisticated, earthy aesthetic. Avoid pairing it with high-vibrancy neons, as the dusty undertones of #8e9385 can look muddy against aggressive, artificial colors.
Is #8e9385 readable on white or black?
#8e9385 has a 3.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.66:1 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.