#948473 Hex Color
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This muted, ashy taupe blends dusty orange with cooling grey undertones. #948473 offers a matte, understated quality that works best as a neutral background rather than a focal point. Because it is highly readable, black text pairs effectively with this shade. Use it for autumn-themed UI design or industrial branding where a sophisticated, earthy feel is needed instead of bright, saturated alternatives.
Questions about #948473
What is #948473 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #948473 is rgb(148, 132, 115), in HSL hsl(31, 13%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 22%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #948473?
Is #948473 warm or cool?
#948473 is a complex neutral that sits right in the middle, reading slightly warmer than grey but cooler than traditional brown. Its unique character comes from the balance between orange pigment and grey undertones, making it adaptable for both warm and cool color schemes.
Is #948473 readable on white or black?
#948473 has a 3.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.80:1 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.