#8FA7B9 Hex Color
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#8fa7b9 is an ashy, dusty blue with very low saturation. Because it is muted and cool, it functions best as a supporting tone in professional UI palettes. It creates a readable contrast when paired with black text. Avoid using it as a dominant background, as it can appear washed out. The hex code for this desaturated blue is #8fa7b9.
Questions about #8fa7b9
What is #8fa7b9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8fa7b9 is rgb(143, 167, 185), in HSL hsl(206, 23%, 64%) and in CMYK 23%, 10%, 0%, 27%.
Which color palettes pair well with #8fa7b9?
#8fa7b9 works best alongside neutral tones to maintain its professional, muted aesthetic. Pair it with deep charcoal for high-contrast accents, or lean into a monochromatic scheme using lighter, grayer blues to create a calm, cohesive interface without overwhelming the user.
Is #8fa7b9 readable on white or black?
#8fa7b9 has a 2.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.39:1 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.