#9DAB95 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy lime presents a muted green with strong grey undertones. Because it sits at a low saturation, #9dab95 serves best as a supporting background rather than a focal point. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or muted terracotta for a natural look. With excellent contrast against black text, the hex code works effectively for readable, minimalist user interfaces.
Questions about #9dab95
What is #9dab95 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9dab95 is rgb(157, 171, 149), in HSL hsl(98, 12%, 63%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 13%, 33%.
What colors pair best with the muted green of #9dab95?
Because of its grey base, #9dab95 creates a sophisticated look when paired with deep charcoal for high-contrast text or muted terracotta for an organic, complementary accent. Stick to low-saturation colors to maintain a cohesive, natural aesthetic throughout your project.
Is #9dab95 readable on white or black?
#9dab95 has a 2.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.69:1 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.