#9A918B Hex Color
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#9a918b is a dusty, desaturated taupe with faint orange undertones. It acts as a grounding neutral that works best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background, as it can appear muddy in large areas. Pair it with deep charcoal or muted navy for a sophisticated, modern palette. The hex code for this ashy tone is #9a918b, and it offers excellent readability with black text.
Questions about #9a918b
What is #9a918b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a918b is rgb(154, 145, 139), in HSL hsl(24, 7%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 10%, 40%.
Does #9a918b read as a warm or cool neutral?
#9a918b leans slightly warm due to its faint orange undertones, which distinguish it from strictly gray or blue-leaning taupes. This warmth makes it an excellent choice for balancing interiors or interfaces that feel too clinical or cold.
What colors pair well with #9a918b?
Is #9a918b readable on white or black?
#9a918b has a 3.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.79:1 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.