#99A8C4 Hex Color
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#99a8c4 is a light, dusty blue with gray undertones and very low saturation, giving it a soft, ashy appearance. Its restrained character suits healthcare, finance, security, and spring-themed interfaces as a calm supporting background. Pair it with charcoal or muted navy for structure. Black text achieves about 8.8:1 contrast, making it suitable for small body text. The hex code is #99a8c4.
Questions about #99a8c4
What is #99a8c4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99a8c4 is rgb(153, 168, 196), in HSL hsl(219, 27%, 68%) and in CMYK 22%, 14%, 0%, 23%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #99a8c4?
Charcoal and muted navy pair well with #99a8c4, adding structure without overpowering its dusty blue softness, while darker text colors provide clear definition for interfaces, dashboards, and calm editorial layouts. Warm accents such as terracotta or muted coral can create gentle contrast, while white keeps the overall palette airy.
Does #99a8c4 read as a warm or cool color?
#99a8c4 reads as a cool, muted blue because blue is its strongest channel, while the gray undertone lowers saturation and softens its temperature, creating a calm, restrained impression that feels gentler than a vivid or icy blue.
Is #99a8c4 readable on white or black?
#99a8c4 has a 2.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.75:1 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.