#976984 Hex Color
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#976984 is a dusty, unsaturated magenta with an ashy quality that makes it feel grounded and subdued. Because it is so muted, it works well as a supporting background color in romantic or soft floral palettes. It pairs surprisingly well with dark charcoal grays. The hex code #976984 offers enough contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for accessible UI design.
Questions about #976984
What is #976984 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #976984 is rgb(151, 105, 132), in HSL hsl(325, 18%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 13%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #976984?
#976984 looks sophisticated when paired with charcoal or deep slate grays, as the dark neutrals provide a grounded contrast to its muted magenta undertones. It also functions well with soft creams or warm whites to maintain a romantic, airy aesthetic without becoming overwhelming.
Is #976984 readable on white or black?
#976984 has a 4.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.66:1 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.