#995080 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated magenta leans into a matte, muted aesthetic that feels both tender and sophisticated. Because #995080 is fairly dark and readable, it works well as a supporting background or for accent elements in cosmetics and fashion branding. Pair it with soft creams for a balanced, modern interface. It maintains excellent contrast with white text, meeting accessibility standards for small body copy.
Questions about #995080
What is #995080 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #995080 is rgb(153, 80, 128), in HSL hsl(321, 31%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 16%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #995080 in a design palette?
Pair #995080 with soft creams or warm off-whites to balance its muted intensity and create a sophisticated, modern interface. For a more dramatic contrast, try incorporating charcoal or deep neutral grays to ground the dusty magenta without overpowering its subtle, tender undertones.
Is #995080 readable on white or black?
#995080 has a 5.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.81:1 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.