#9A8EC8 Hex Color
Sophisticated dusty violet with cool undertones

This unsaturated violet has a cool, dusty character that feels sophisticated rather than whimsical. With its high contrast ratio, black text remains legible on this shade, making it a reliable choice for UI components. The hex code for this muted purple is #9a8ec8. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoal grays to create a modern, grounded aesthetic suitable for clean branding or wellness interfaces.
Questions about #9a8ec8
What is #9a8ec8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a8ec8 is rgb(154, 142, 200), in HSL hsl(252, 35%, 67%) and in CMYK 23%, 29%, 0%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #9a8ec8 for a modern look?
This muted violet creates a balanced, grounded aesthetic when paired with charcoal grays or deep slate tones. Using a crisp off-white creates high contrast that keeps interfaces looking clean, while warm neutrals can occasionally soften its inherent coolness.
Is #9a8ec8 readable on white or black?
#9a8ec8 has a 2.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.07:1 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.