#998D8D Hex Color

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Globe Thistle Grey Rose color codes graphic
Globe Thistle Grey Rose is a muted, ashy shade with distinct dusty red undertones. Because it sits in a mid-tone range, it functions best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant base. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or warm creams to anchor a palette. The hex code for this color is #998d8d, which offers strong contrast for black text in accessibility-focused layouts.

Questions about Globe Thistle Grey Rose

What is the hex code for Globe Thistle Grey Rose?
Globe Thistle Grey Rose is #998d8d. In RGB that is rgb(153, 141, 141), in HSL hsl(0, 6%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 8%, 40%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use Globe Thistle Grey Rose in a color palette?
Globe Thistle Grey Rose functions best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant base because of its mid-tone intensity. It creates a refined, balanced look when paired with charcoal for text or cream for soft, background contrast.
Is #998d8d considered a warm or cool color?
While it appears grey at a glance, #998d8d leans slightly warm due to its distinct dusty red undertones. This prevents it from feeling clinical or cold, making it a great choice for spaces that need a grounded, human-focused aesthetic.
Is Globe Thistle Grey Rose readable on white or black?
Globe Thistle Grey Rose has a 3.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.54:1 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.