#948DBF Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated violet feels refined and cool without being stark. Because of its muted character, #948dbf works well as a sophisticated background color or a softer alternative to standard purple in branding. It provides excellent readability for black text, making it a functional choice for UI design. The hex code for this ashy purple is #948dbf.
Questions about #948dbf
What is #948dbf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #948dbf is rgb(148, 141, 191), in HSL hsl(248, 28%, 65%) and in CMYK 23%, 26%, 0%, 25%.
What colors pair well with #948dbf in a professional design?
#948dbf works exceptionally well when paired with charcoal for high-contrast, professional text or a crisp off-white to maintain a soft, modern aesthetic. Avoid pairing it with overly vibrant primary yellows, which may clash with its dusty, unsaturated character.
Is #948dbf readable on white or black?
#948dbf has a 3.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.82:1 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.