#985073 Hex Color
A dusty muted pink with warm undertones
This dusty, unsaturated pink feels mellow and warm, avoiding the brightness of traditional rose shades. Because it is matte and muted, #985073 serves best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant base. Pair it with soft charcoals or deep creams for a balanced look. The hex code #985073 provides enough contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for modern UI accents.
Questions about #985073
What is #985073 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #985073 is rgb(152, 80, 115), in HSL hsl(331, 31%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 24%, 40%.
What colors pair best with #985073?
Because #985073 is a muted and desaturated tone, it looks most professional when anchored by high-contrast neutrals. You should pair it with deep charcoal or soft off-white creams to maintain readability while keeping the palette balanced and sophisticated.
Is #985073 a warm or cool shade?
#985073 functions as a warm, mellow pink, though its dusty quality prevents it from appearing overly vibrant or bubblegum-like. It provides a grounded alternative to bright rose shades, making it ideal for branding that requires a sense of calm reliability.
Is #985073 readable on white or black?
#985073 has a 5.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.73:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.