#98A7AE Hex Color
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The hex code #98a7ae is a dusty, muted cyan with heavy grey undertones. This desaturated shade serves best as a supporting background for technology or professional UI layouts. It offers strong readability with black text, as the 8.5:1 contrast ratio exceeds basic accessibility requirements. Pair it with crisp whites or deep charcoals to avoid a washed-out appearance in your design.
Questions about #98a7ae
What is #98a7ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #98a7ae is rgb(152, 167, 174), in HSL hsl(199, 12%, 64%) and in CMYK 13%, 4%, 0%, 32%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair best with #98a7ae for UI design?
#98a7ae functions best when paired with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep navy, which anchor the design. For a modern, balanced look, use crisp whites or off-white backgrounds to prevent the muted cyan from appearing too muddy or flat.
Is #98a7ae readable on white or black?
#98a7ae has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.47:1 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.