#997095 Hex Color
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Dusty magenta with a gray cast. #997095 keeps saturation low and lightness mid, giving it a calm, matte feel that suits supporting roles over spotlight duty. It flatters deep plum and warm cream, and black text passes AA on it at about 5.1:1. The hex code #997095 fits cosmetics, packaging, and soft romance-themed design.
Questions about #997095
What is #997095 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #997095 is rgb(153, 112, 149), in HSL hsl(306, 17%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 3%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #997095?
Deep plum and warm cream bring out the best in #997095 while keeping its muted character intact. For sharper contrast, a dark charcoal works better than white, which can wash the tone out.
Is #997095 readable on white or black?
#997095 has a 4.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.10:1 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.