#BA9198 Hex Color
Dusty muted rose with soft undertones
#ba9198 is a dusty, unsaturated red with mellow pink undertones. This muted shade functions best as an accent in cosmetics or fashion branding, where it adds a soft, approachable character. It pairs well with charcoal grays for a modern aesthetic. Because black text creates a 7.6:1 contrast ratio against this hex code, designers can use it safely for small body type while maintaining full accessibility.
Questions about #ba9198
What is #ba9198 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ba9198 is rgb(186, 145, 152), in HSL hsl(350, 23%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 18%, 27%.
How should I use #ba9198 in a professional interface?
#ba9198 functions best as a subtle brand accent or soft background element rather than a primary call-to-action button. Because it is a muted, desaturated tone, it remains comfortable for the eyes when paired with dark charcoal or deep neutral text.
Is #ba9198 readable on white or black?
#ba9198 has a 2.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.59:1 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.