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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#8CACC2 — Ash
#8CACC2 is a mid-tone moderately saturated blue sitting at 204° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #8CACC2
- f5f8fa
- d6e2ea
- b8ccd9
- 99b6c9
- 7aa0b9
- 5b8aa9
- 4a718c
- 39586d
- 293f4e
- 19262f
- 090e11
Color schemes using #8CACC2
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#8CACC2 FAQ
What color is #8CACC2?
#8CACC2 is a shade of ash in the blue family. It has a hue of 204 degrees, 31% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #8CACC2?
#8CACC2 is rgb(140, 172, 194) in RGB, hsl(204, 31%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(28%, 11%, 0%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #8CACC2?
White text on this background reaches 2.39:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 8.8:1.
What colors go well with #8CACC2?
Its direct complement is #C1A08A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C18A90 and #C1BC8A gives you contrast without the vibration.