#8F8CD7 Hex Color
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#8f8cd7 is a cool, muted lavender with subtle indigo undertones. Because of its dusty character, this shade performs best as a secondary accent rather than a full-page background. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal grays to create a modern, refined aesthetic. The hex code is #8f8cd7, which offers enough contrast for black text to remain highly readable.
Questions about #8f8cd7
What is #8f8cd7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8f8cd7 is rgb(143, 140, 215), in HSL hsl(242, 48%, 70%) and in CMYK 33%, 35%, 0%, 16%.
How should I use #8f8cd7 in a UI design?
#8f8cd7 functions best as a secondary accent rather than a full-page background, providing a refined, modern feel without overwhelming the user. Use it alongside charcoal text to ensure readability while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic for your interface.
Is #8f8cd7 readable on white or black?
#8f8cd7 has a 3.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.90:1 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.