#93748B Hex Color
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#93748b is a desaturated, dusty magenta with a flat, matte quality. It lacks the intensity of vivid hues, which makes it an understated base for romantic or fashion-forward palettes. Black text on this hex code achieves a 5.1:1 contrast ratio, ensuring excellent legibility for body copy. Use it sparingly, as the gray undertones can look muddy when applied to large, untextured surfaces.
Questions about #93748b
What is #93748b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #93748b is rgb(147, 116, 139), in HSL hsl(315, 13%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 5%, 42%.
What colors work well with #93748b?
Because #93748b is desaturated and muted, it pairs best with neutral tones or soft, earthy contrasts. It creates a balanced, sophisticated look when used alongside charcoal or soft off-whites, avoiding the muddy appearance that high-contrast primary colors might introduce.
Is #93748b readable on white or black?
#93748b has a 4.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.11:1 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.