#94847C Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy orange sits firmly in neutral territory. With its muted saturation and matte finish, the hex code #94847c offers a grounded, understated base for designs that need subtlety over impact. It pairs effectively with cool, dark charcoals to prevent a muddy appearance. Because it maintains strong contrast with black text, it serves as a reliable background choice for readable, professional layouts.
Questions about #94847c
What is #94847c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #94847c is rgb(148, 132, 124), in HSL hsl(20, 10%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 16%, 42%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #94847c for a balanced design?
Is #94847c considered a warm or cool neutral?
#94847c functions as a warm neutral because of its orange undertones, but its heavy ashy desaturation keeps it grounded enough for professional use. It provides a soft, organic feel that is less clinical than pure gray while remaining subtle enough for background application.
Is #94847c readable on white or black?
#94847c has a 3.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.85:1 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.