#949185 Hex Color
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Muted and weathered, #949185 functions as a dusty, earthy neutral with subtle yellow undertones. It avoids the clinical sterility of pure grey, making it a reliable base for construction branding or budget-conscious layouts. Because it maintains a 6.6:1 contrast ratio with black text, you can use it confidently for small, readable body copy without sacrificing accessibility. It shines when paired with charcoal or deep navy accents.
Questions about #949185
What is #949185 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #949185 is rgb(148, 145, 133), in HSL hsl(48, 7%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 10%, 42%.
Does #949185 read as a warm or cool color?
#949185 functions as a warm neutral because of its distinct yellow undertones. Unlike pure grey or blue-leaning shades, it feels weathered and organic, making it a reliable choice for designs that require a soft, approachable feel rather than a clinical one.
What colors pair well with #949185?
Is #949185 readable on white or black?
#949185 has a 3.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.64:1 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.