#9788B8 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated violet feels refined and cool without being aggressive. Its muted chroma makes it an excellent supporting tone for branding or UI, providing a sophisticated backdrop for brighter accents. Because it offers strong contrast with black text, #9788b8 is legible for UI elements and body copy. Pair this hex code with warm charcoal or soft cream to balance its naturally restrained energy.
Questions about #9788b8
What is #9788b8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9788b8 is rgb(151, 136, 184), in HSL hsl(259, 25%, 63%) and in CMYK 18%, 26%, 0%, 28%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #9788b8 for UI design?
#9788b8 works exceptionally well when paired with deep charcoal or soft off-whites to maintain a sophisticated, legible interface. Because this violet is unsaturated, it anchors vibrant accent colors like goldenrod or coral without clashing or overwhelming the primary palette.
Is #9788b8 readable on white or black?
#9788b8 has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.52:1 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.