#938C7F Hex Color
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This dusty, muted yellow sits between a flat grey and a desert sand. Because it lacks saturation, the hex code #938c7f functions best as a supporting background rather than a main hero color. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or burnt orange to avoid looking washed out. With a contrast ratio of 6.3:1 against black, it remains readable for small text in clean, professional layouts.
Questions about #938c7f
What is #938c7f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #938c7f is rgb(147, 140, 127), in HSL hsl(39, 8%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 14%, 42%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively pair #938c7f in a design layout?
Use #938c7f as a foundational background to support bolder elements, as its low saturation prevents it from competing with focal points. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal for high-contrast text or burnt orange to lean into an earthy, natural aesthetic.
Is #938c7f readable on white or black?
#938c7f has a 3.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.29:1 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.