#958B7A Hex Color
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#958b7a is a muted, dusty yellow with strong grey undertones that strip away any overt cheerfulness. This grounded, matte shade offers an understated alternative to typical warm neutrals. The hex code for this color is #958b7a. It works well as a supporting background, but pair it with charcoal or deep navy for the best legibility. Black text sits comfortably on top, meeting accessibility standards for small body copy.
Questions about #958b7a
What is #958b7a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #958b7a is rgb(149, 139, 122), in HSL hsl(38, 11%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 18%, 42%.
What colors pair best with #958b7a?
#958b7a works beautifully when anchored by deep, cool tones that contrast its dusty warmth. Use it alongside charcoal or deep navy for high-legibility text and professional, balanced layouts that feel modern rather than dated.
Does #958b7a read as warm or cool?
#958b7a occupies a middle ground, functioning as a warm-leaning neutral despite its significant grey content. The grey undertones strip away the vibrancy of a typical yellow, allowing it to function as a sophisticated, earthy background color.
Is #958b7a readable on white or black?
#958b7a has a 3.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.25:1 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.