#9FA09F Hex Color
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Hugh’s Hue is a grounded, neutral grey that feels completely colorless and balanced. Because it is highly legible against black text, this shade is a reliable workhorse for UI backgrounds and minimal typography. While it can look flat on its own, it pairs well with deep navy or sharp charcoal to prevent a washed-out appearance. The hex code for this stable tone is #9fa09f.
Questions about Hugh’s Hue
What is the hex code for Hugh’s Hue?
Hugh’s Hue is #9fa09f. In RGB that is rgb(159, 160, 159), in HSL hsl(120, 1%, 63%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 1%, 37%.
What colors pair well with Hugh’s Hue (#9fa09f)?
Is Hugh’s Hue readable on white or black?
Hugh’s Hue has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.00:1 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.