#94A4A4 Hex Color
A muted cyan with dusty grey undertones
Dusty and desaturated, #94a4a4 bridges the gap between sky blue and slate grey. This muted cyan tone lacks the aggressive punch of primary colors, making it an excellent base for UI backgrounds where readability matters. It offers strong contrast against black text, exceeding accessibility standards for small body copy. Pair it with soft charcoals for a professional tech interface or warm terracotta to add unexpected life to your palette.
Questions about #94a4a4
What is #94a4a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #94a4a4 is rgb(148, 164, 164), in HSL hsl(180, 8%, 61%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #94a4a4 in a design palette?
#94a4a4 works best when grounded by high-contrast neutrals or warmed up with earthy accents. Pair this color with charcoal for a professional tech interface, or introduce terracotta to add a layer of warmth and visual interest to your composition.
Is #94a4a4 a good choice for UI text or backgrounds?
This color excels as a UI background because its muted saturation ensures it does not overwhelm the user. It offers excellent contrast against standard black text, easily meeting accessibility standards for legibility in body copy or subtle interface elements.
Is #94a4a4 readable on white or black?
#94a4a4 has a 2.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.10:1 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.