#96A9BA Hex Color
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#96a9ba is an ashy, desaturated blue with strong grey undertones. Its muted character makes it a stable, professional choice for corporate UI, finance, and security-focused branding. Because black text maintains excellent readability against this background, it works well for UI panels or primary backgrounds. Pair it with crisp white or dark charcoal for a balanced, modern interface. The hex code for this dusty blue is #96a9ba.
Questions about #96a9ba
What is #96a9ba in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96a9ba is rgb(150, 169, 186), in HSL hsl(208, 21%, 66%) and in CMYK 19%, 9%, 0%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #96a9ba?
#96a9ba works exceptionally well with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which anchor its muted tone. For a softer interface, pairing it with crisp white or pale ivory maintains the professional, clean aesthetic while keeping the layout readable and balanced.
Is #96a9ba suitable for UI backgrounds?
#96a9ba functions effectively as a background for UI panels because its desaturated nature prevents it from overpowering foreground elements. Black text remains highly legible against this hue, making it a reliable choice for functional, data-heavy applications that require a sophisticated, non-distracting palette.
Is #96a9ba readable on white or black?
#96a9ba has a 2.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.68:1 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.