#9B88AF Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#9b88af is a muted, ashy purple with dusty lavender undertones and a cool, low-saturation finish. This hex code feels refined and contemplative, supporting wellness, cosmetics, wedding, and spiritual designs without becoming vivid. Use it as a supporting tone beside deep blue or warm neutrals; black text remains highly readable, making it practical for accessible interfaces.
Questions about #9b88af
What is #9b88af in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9b88af is rgb(155, 136, 175), in HSL hsl(269, 20%, 61%) and in CMYK 11%, 22%, 0%, 31%.
Does #9b88af read as a warm or cool color?
#9b88af reads cool because its muted purple base carries gray-blue undertones and very low saturation. That restraint gives it a dusty, composed look, making it suitable for calm branding, wellness layouts, and refined editorial accents.
Is #9b88af readable on white or black?
#9b88af has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.53:1 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.