#BA999C Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated red feels muted rather than energetic. With a strong ashy undertone, #ba999c offers a subdued alternative to standard bold reds. It works best as a supporting accent in vintage branding or soft UI elements. Black text remains easily readable against this hue, though avoid using it for large, dominant blocks to prevent a muddy appearance. The hex code is #ba999c.
Questions about #ba999c
What is #ba999c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ba999c is rgb(186, 153, 156), in HSL hsl(355, 19%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 16%, 27%.
What colors pair best with #ba999c?
Is #ba999c readable on white or black?
#ba999c has a 2.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.12:1 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.