#99A5AF Hex Color
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#99a5af is an ashy, desaturated blue with strong grey undertones. Because of its muted, professional character, it works well as a supporting neutral in corporate UI or government branding. Avoid using it as a dominant background, where it can look slightly flat. Pair it with crisp white or deep charcoal for better contrast. The hex code for this dusty blue is #99a5af.
Questions about #99a5af
What is #99a5af in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99a5af is rgb(153, 165, 175), in HSL hsl(207, 12%, 64%) and in CMYK 13%, 6%, 0%, 31%.
How should I use #99a5af in professional interface design?
#99a5af works best as a supporting neutral because it provides a calm, grounded background without overpowering interactive elements. Pair it with high-contrast text like charcoal or deep navy to ensure the UI remains readable and professional.
Does #99a5af lean warm or cool?
This color sits on the cooler side of the spectrum due to its blue base, though its high desaturation and grey undertones keep it from feeling overly vivid. It maintains a reserved, sophisticated temperature that feels steady rather than icy.
Is #99a5af readable on white or black?
#99a5af has a 2.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.35:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.