#9C8CCC Hex Color
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This unsaturated, cool purple offers a soft, refined aesthetic. The hex code #9c8ccc provides excellent legibility for black text, meeting the 7.0:1 contrast ratio required for clear reading. It functions best as a supporting background element rather than a dominant base, as it pairs beautifully with dark slate grays to create a sophisticated, modern UI.
Questions about #9c8ccc
What is #9c8ccc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c8ccc is rgb(156, 140, 204), in HSL hsl(255, 39%, 67%) and in CMYK 24%, 31%, 0%, 20%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
Does #9c8ccc work well as a primary text color?
#9c8ccc is generally too light to be used as a primary text color for small font sizes. However, it functions beautifully as a secondary or accent text element when paired against a darker charcoal background.
What colors pair best with #9c8ccc for a modern UI?
This unsaturated purple pairs exceptionally well with dark slate grays and muted navy tones to create a sophisticated, professional aesthetic. Using it alongside desaturated neutrals balances the cooler undertones and prevents the palette from feeling overwhelming.
Is #9c8ccc readable on white or black?
#9c8ccc has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.03:1 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.