#81949C Hex Color
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#81949c is a muted cyan with dusty blue-gray and ashy undertones. Its moderate lightness and low saturation create a steady, refreshing mood suited to communication, technology, and aerospace branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside navy or warm cream, since it can look washed out against white. The hex code #81949c provides WCAG AA contrast for black body text.
Questions about #81949c
What is #81949c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #81949c is rgb(129, 148, 156), in HSL hsl(198, 12%, 56%) and in CMYK 17%, 5%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #81949c?
#81949c pairs well with navy, warm cream, and charcoal, which add depth to its muted cyan base while preserving its dusty blue-gray character and steady mood without making the combination feel harsh.
Is #81949c a warm or cool color?
#81949c reads as a cool color because its muted cyan base leans toward blue, while dusty gray undertones soften its brightness and keep the hue from feeling vivid on screens or in print palettes.
Is #81949c readable on white or black?
#81949c has a 3.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.64:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.