#98999B Hex Color
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This mid-tone, neutral grey lacks strong saturation, making it a reliable supporting player for minimalist interfaces. The hex code for this ashy, dusty shade is #98999b. Because it maintains high contrast ratios with black text, it works well for UI backgrounds or secondary typographic elements. Use it carefully, as large blocks can appear flat without a crisp accent color nearby.
Questions about #98999b
What is #98999b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #98999b is rgb(152, 153, 155), in HSL hsl(220, 1%, 60%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 39%.
How should I use #98999b in a UI design?
#98999b functions best as a secondary neutral for backgrounds or border elements that need to recede without disappearing. Because it is a mid-tone grey, ensure you pair it with charcoal or pure black text to maintain readability.
Is #98999b a warm or cool grey?
This shade is largely neutral but carries a slight, ashy undertone that prevents it from looking flat or sterile. It avoids the obvious blue tint of cool greys or the yellow cast of warm greys, making it highly adaptable for diverse color schemes.
Is #98999b readable on white or black?
#98999b has a 2.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.36:1 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.