#93A49D Hex Color
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#93a49d is a desaturated, dusty teal with strong grey undertones. It feels professional and grounded, making it effective for wellness branding or minimalist user interfaces. The hex code #93a49d maintains excellent readability against black text. Because of its muted character, use this tone as a calm base background to prevent designs from appearing too clinical or harsh.
Questions about #93a49d
What is #93a49d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #93a49d is rgb(147, 164, 157), in HSL hsl(155, 9%, 61%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 4%, 36%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #93a49d for a professional look?
#93a49d pairs beautifully with deep charcoal for high-contrast, professional text or a crisp off-white to enhance its muted, airy quality. Because of its grey undertones, it also acts as a sophisticated neutral when combined with warm terracotta accents.
Does #93a49d read as a warm or cool tone?
#93a49d functions primarily as a cool-leaning grey-green, though its desaturation gives it a neutral, balanced feel that avoids the harshness of brighter teals. It remains versatile, working well in both cool-toned interfaces and warmer, nature-inspired palettes.
Is #93a49d readable on white or black?
#93a49d has a 2.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.03:1 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.