darkgray

#8C9CBA

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB140, 156, 186
CMYK25, 16, 0, 27
HSL219°, 25%, 64%
LAB64, -1, -18
Closest Library Match
slate-40098% Match

Readability

2.77On WhiteFAIL
7.57On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #8C9CBA

The hexadecimal color code #8C9CBA is a light, muted shade of Blue (known as darkgray). In the RGB color model, #8C9CBA is comprised of 140 red, 156 green, and 186 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 219 degrees, a saturation of 25%, and a lightness of 64%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 498 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create muted Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #8C9CBA.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind