#958C97 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy purple leans heavily into grey, making it a muted neutral rather than a vivid statement. The hex code #958c97 offers excellent readability with black text, functioning well as a base tone in interface design. It pairs nicely with crisp white to prevent muddying, or acts as a sophisticated alternative to standard grey for minimalist branding.
Questions about #958c97
What is #958c97 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #958c97 is rgb(149, 140, 151), in HSL hsl(289, 5%, 57%) and in CMYK 1%, 7%, 0%, 41%.
How should I use #958c97 in a UI design?
#958c97 serves as an excellent base tone for backgrounds or subtle UI elements because it remains readable against black text. It creates a sophisticated, calm aesthetic when paired with crisp white or soft off-whites, avoiding the muddy appearance that richer purples might produce.
Is #958c97 considered a warm or cool color?
While #958c97 sits in the purple family, its high grey content pulls it toward a cooler, muted profile. This ashy quality makes it function more like a neutral charcoal or soft slate, allowing it to anchor palettes without dominating the visual space.
Is #958c97 readable on white or black?
#958c97 has a 3.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.47:1 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.