#9F9498 Hex Color
Sophisticated dusty mauve with ashy undertones
This dusty, muted mauve functions as a sophisticated neutral that balances femininity with an ashy undertone. It provides excellent legibility for small body text when paired with black, making it a reliable choice for UI design. Use the hex code #9f9498 as a supporting tone in branding or fashion palettes, as it can look muddy if used as a primary background.
Questions about #9f9498
What is #9f9498 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9f9498 is rgb(159, 148, 152), in HSL hsl(338, 5%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 4%, 38%.
How should #9f9498 be used in UI design?
#9f9498 works best as a secondary or supporting tone rather than a large background color. It offers excellent legibility for small body text when paired against white or light cream, providing a softer, more modern alternative to standard dark gray.
What colors pair well with #9f9498?
Is #9f9498 readable on white or black?
#9f9498 has a 2.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.16:1 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.