#998A97 Hex Color
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#998a97 is a dusty, ashy magenta with significant grey undertones. Its muted saturation makes it an excellent supporting color for branding and fashion palettes. Because black text maintains a high 6.4:1 contrast ratio against this shade, it is quite legible for body copy. Try pairing it with dark charcoal or soft cream for a balanced look. The hex code for this tone is #998a97.
Questions about #998a97
What is #998a97 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #998a97 is rgb(153, 138, 151), in HSL hsl(308, 7%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 1%, 40%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #998a97?
Pair #998a97 with charcoal or soft cream to create a balanced, professional look. The muted grey base also makes it a natural partner for dusty blue or muted olive tones in textile and web design.
Is #998a97 suitable for website body text?
Yes, #998a97 maintains a strong 6.4:1 contrast ratio against white backgrounds, making it fully accessible for body copy. This gives you a softer, more stylish alternative to standard black text without sacrificing readability.
Is #998a97 readable on white or black?
#998a97 has a 3.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.43:1 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.