#8F95AA Hex Color
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#8f95aa is a muted, dusty indigo with distinct grey undertones. This shade acts as an excellent supporting neutral, bringing structure to designs without overwhelming the viewer. Black text stands out clearly against this hue, making it readable for UI applications. For a balanced palette, pair it with soft cream or warm terracotta to offset its cool, clinical nature. The hex code for this color is #8f95aa.
Questions about #8f95aa
What is #8f95aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8f95aa is rgb(143, 149, 170), in HSL hsl(227, 14%, 61%) and in CMYK 16%, 12%, 0%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #8f95aa for a balanced palette?
Pair #8f95aa with soft cream or warm terracotta to offset its cool, clinical nature. These warm tones ground the dusty indigo, creating a harmonious contrast that prevents the design from feeling too cold or sterile in professional layouts.
Is #8f95aa suitable for text in user interface design?
Yes, #8f95aa functions effectively as a text color because it maintains high readability against light backgrounds. Its muted, grey-leaning pigment provides enough structure to be legible while appearing softer and more modern than harsh, pure black.
Is #8f95aa readable on white or black?
#8f95aa has a 2.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.04:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.