#949C99 Hex Color
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#949c99 is a muted teal with ashy gray undertones, giving it a dusty, refined appearance. Its medium-light value supports calm, clear layouts for healthcare, wellness, and technology branding. Use the hex code #949c99 as a supporting tone with charcoal or soft ivory; black text remains highly readable at about a 7.5:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #949c99
What is #949c99 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #949c99 is rgb(148, 156, 153), in HSL hsl(157, 4%, 60%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 2%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #949c99?
The best pairings for #949c99 are charcoal for readable contrast, soft ivory for a lighter finish, and muted terracotta or burgundy when you want controlled warmth without losing its quiet character.
Does #949c99 have warm or cool undertones?
#949c99 reads as a cool, muted teal because its gray cast tempers the green-blue base; black text has strong contrast on it, while white text should be checked before use for smaller sizes.
Is #949c99 readable on white or black?
#949c99 has a 2.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.47:1 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.