#9B9590 Hex Color
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This ashy, muted orange carries a dusty quality that feels grounded rather than loud. Because #9b9590 leans heavily into grey, it works best as a supporting neutral alongside saturated earth tones or deep charcoal. While it reads clear enough for small body text, its desaturated character can look muddy in large blocks. Use this hex code to balance brighter brand accents without overwhelming the design.
Questions about #9b9590
What is #9b9590 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9b9590 is rgb(155, 149, 144), in HSL hsl(27, 5%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 7%, 39%.
What colors pair best with #9b9590?
Because #9b9590 acts as a neutral with heavy gray undertones, it works beautifully alongside deep charcoal or earthy terracotta tones. This pairing provides a solid, professional contrast without the harshness of pure black or the clashing potential of more saturated oranges.
Is #9b9590 readable on white or black?
#9b9590 has a 2.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.09:1 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.