#996D79 Hex Color
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#996d79 is a muted, dusty pink with significant gray undertones. Because it sits at low saturation, it functions as an understated neutral rather than a loud pop of color. This makes it an effective supporting tone for cosmetics or fashion palettes. Use black text over this shade for maximum readability, as it clears WCAG AA standards with ease.
Questions about #996d79
What is #996d79 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #996d79 is rgb(153, 109, 121), in HSL hsl(344, 18%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 21%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #996d79 in a design scheme?
Does #996d79 read as a warm or cool color?
While #996d79 stems from the pink family, its significant gray undertones shift it toward a cooler, desaturated territory. This creates a versatile, muted quality that lacks the aggressive heat of typical pinks, making it feel balanced, grounded, and much easier on the eyes.
Is #996d79 readable on white or black?
#996d79 has a 4.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.81:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.