#9C8C7C Hex Color
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#9c8c7c is a dusty, desaturated tone that sits between muted orange and grey. This earthy shade feels understated and calm, making it a reliable choice for background textures or supporting UI elements. It offers enough contrast for black text to remain legible. Pair it with soft cream or slate blue to avoid a muddy appearance, as this hue can look washed out against pure white.
Questions about #9c8c7c
What is #9c8c7c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c8c7c is rgb(156, 140, 124), in HSL hsl(30, 14%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 21%, 39%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #9c8c7c in design?
#9c8c7c pairs most effectively with soft, creamy off-whites or deep slate blues to anchor its desaturated nature. Because this shade can appear washed out against pure white, using a rich, dark charcoal for text helps maintain essential contrast.
Is #9c8c7c considered a warm or cool shade?
#9c8c7c leans toward a warm, muted orange undertone, though its high level of desaturation gives it a distinctly stony, greyish quality. This dual personality makes it a versatile neutral that feels grounded rather than vibrant or punchy.
Is #9c8c7c readable on white or black?
#9c8c7c has a 3.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.45:1 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.