#99657D Hex Color
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A dusty, muted pink, this tone provides a grounded alternative to sharper, saturated hues. It offers a matte finish ideal for editorial backgrounds or branding that requires an understated aesthetic. Pair it with slate gray for a balanced palette. The hex code is #99657d. Since it maintains a 4.7:1 contrast ratio with white, it remains readable even when used for small body text.
Questions about #99657d
What is #99657d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99657d is rgb(153, 101, 125), in HSL hsl(332, 20%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 18%, 40%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #99657d?
The most effective pairings for #99657d include muted neutrals like slate gray or warm taupes to maintain its grounded aesthetic. For a higher contrast approach, it works surprisingly well against deep, cool-toned charcoals, which helps the pink undertones pop without appearing overly vibrant.
Is #99657d readable on white or black?
#99657d has a 4.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.51:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.