#96A094 Hex Color
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A muted, dusty green with strong grey undertones, #96a094 carries a desaturated look that feels organic and stable. It works best as a supporting tone or background color rather than a focal point. Because it has enough contrast for small text, it performs reliably in UI design. Pair this hex code with terracotta or warm creams to keep the palette from feeling too clinical or cold.
Questions about #96a094
What is #96a094 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96a094 is rgb(150, 160, 148), in HSL hsl(110, 6%, 60%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 7%, 37%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #96a094?
This muted green balances best with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft, creamy off-whites. These combinations prevent the color from appearing too clinical or cold, adding a sense of natural warmth and organic contrast to your interface designs.
Is #96a094 readable on white or black?
#96a094 has a 2.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.75:1 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.