#908988 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted grey brings a quiet stability to minimalist design systems. Because it sits at a mid-range lightness, it serves as a reliable background or container color without overwhelming the eye. Black text remains sharp against this shade, meeting WCAG accessibility standards for readability. For a professional look, try pairing the hex code #908988 with soft terracotta or olive green to ground your layout.
Questions about #908988
What is #908988 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #908988 is rgb(144, 137, 136), in HSL hsl(8, 3%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 6%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #908988?
Because #908988 acts as a neutral anchor, it pairs exceptionally well with organic tones like terracotta or deep olive green. These combinations ground the color, preventing the overall design from feeling too cold or sterile while maintaining a professional balance.
Is #908988 readable on white or black?
#908988 has a 3.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.11:1 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.