#9A8EBD Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy purple leans heavily into a cool, desaturated lavender tone. Because of its muted character, #9a8ebd works best as a secondary or accent color rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or warm slate grays to ground its airy feel. The hex code is #9a8ebd, and it offers enough contrast for black text to remain legible.
Questions about #9a8ebd
What is #9a8ebd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a8ebd is rgb(154, 142, 189), in HSL hsl(255, 26%, 65%) and in CMYK 19%, 25%, 0%, 26%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
Does #9a8ebd work well as a background color?
While #9a8ebd can function as a background in specific monochromatic designs, its muted, ashy nature often makes it more effective as a secondary or accent element. Pair it with deep charcoal or dark gray text to maintain readable contrast while highlighting the color's unique, dusty personality.
What color schemes complement #9a8ebd?
This cool-toned lavender pairs best with neutral palettes that ground its airy, desaturated feel. It creates a balanced look alongside slate tones, allowing the purple to remain visible without overwhelming the design. It also coordinates well with muted olive greens for a sophisticated, earthy aesthetic.
Is #9a8ebd readable on white or black?
#9a8ebd has a 3.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.97:1 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.