#90A09D Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #90a09d blends dusty teal with strong gray undertones for a composed, refined look. Its softened saturation supports clarity and trust without feeling sterile, making it effective for healthcare, wellness, and technology interfaces. Use the hex code #90a09d as a supporting tone with warm white, and pair it with black text for readable body copy.
Questions about #90a09d
What is #90a09d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #90a09d is rgb(144, 160, 157), in HSL hsl(169, 8%, 60%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 2%, 37%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #90a09d?
#90a09d pairs well with warm white, charcoal, and muted earth tones, which balance its dusty teal-gray base without making the palette feel stark while preserving its calm, refined character. Warm white backgrounds and terracotta accents add gentle contrast.
Does #90a09d read as warm or cool?
#90a09d reads as a cool, muted teal-gray because its blue-green cast is softened by substantial gray, giving it a calm, balanced appearance rather than a vivid or icy one in most palettes.
Is #90a09d readable on white or black?
#90a09d has a 2.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.70:1 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.