#9E918D Hex Color
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#9e918d is a muted, dusty red with a heavy grey cast. It lacks the intensity of pure red, favoring a subdued, clay-like appearance. Because of its low saturation, it functions best as a neutral supporting tone or a grounded background color. Black text remains highly legible against this surface. Pair it with deep charcoal or crisp cream to maintain contrast without overwhelming the palette.
Questions about #9e918d
What is #9e918d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e918d is rgb(158, 145, 141), in HSL hsl(14, 8%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 11%, 38%.
What colors pair effectively with #9e918d in a design palette?
Does #9e918d work well as a background for text?
#9e918d is an excellent choice for background surfaces because its low saturation prevents it from competing with foreground elements. Black text remains highly legible against this muted tone, ensuring your design maintains a professional, accessible contrast level.
Is #9e918d readable on white or black?
#9e918d has a 3.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.88:1 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.