#B89DA2 Hex Color
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This ashy, dusty pink carries a muted quality that leans into grey. It provides a soft, sophisticated base that lacks the sweetness of brighter tones. Because black text maintains a high contrast against this shade, it functions well for small body text and UI elements. The hex code for this color is #b89da2, and it pairs effectively with deep charcoal or slate greys.
Questions about #b89da2
What is #b89da2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b89da2 is rgb(184, 157, 162), in HSL hsl(349, 16%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 12%, 28%.
Does #b89da2 work well for interface design and typography?
#b89da2 functions effectively for UI elements and subtle branding because it maintains a surprising amount of readability against dark text. Its muted quality reduces the visual fatigue often caused by brighter, saturated pinks when used in large text blocks.
What colors pair best with #b89da2?
This ashy pink thrives when paired with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which anchor the softness of the pink. You can also create a harmonious palette by adding muted greens or soft, desaturated taupe tones to the mix.
Is #b89da2 readable on white or black?
#b89da2 has a 2.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.38:1 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.