#949E90 Hex Color
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#949e90 acts as a dusty, desaturated lime with significant grey undertones. Because it is so muted, it works best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background, preventing designs from feeling washed out. This hex code provides enough contrast for black text to remain legible. Pair it with deep charcoals or warm terracottas to bring out its natural, grounded character in branding projects.
Questions about #949e90
What is #949e90 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #949e90 is rgb(148, 158, 144), in HSL hsl(103, 7%, 59%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 9%, 38%.
What colors work best with #949e90?
This muted lime pairs beautifully with deep charcoal to create professional contrast, or with warm terracotta for a natural, organic look. These pairings balance its grey undertones without overwhelming the design.
Does #949e90 read as a warm or cool color?
While based on lime, #949e90 reads as a cool, neutral shade due to its heavy grey desaturation. Its lack of vibrant yellow prevents it from feeling overtly warm or aggressive, making it a reliable choice for background applications.
Is #949e90 readable on white or black?
#949e90 has a 2.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.55:1 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.