#949F87 Hex Color
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This ashy, dusty green shares lime undertones but remains highly unsaturated. Because it supports black text with a 7.6:1 contrast ratio, the hex code #949f87 functions well as a UI background. It brings a dependable, grounded quality to nature or sports branding. Use this color as a soft base to avoid the harshness of pure white while maintaining high legibility.
Questions about #949f87
What is #949f87 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #949f87 is rgb(148, 159, 135), in HSL hsl(87, 11%, 58%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 15%, 38%.
What colors pair best with the dusty tone of #949f87?
This ashy green pairs beautifully with deep charcoal for text or terracotta accents to introduce warmth. You can also create a professional, grounded palette by balancing it with crisp whites or very dark, near-black neutrals for a balanced modern look.
Is #949f87 readable on white or black?
#949f87 has a 2.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.56:1 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.