#BC939F Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This dusty, unsaturated pink sits in a mellow mid-tone range with warm, ashy undertones. Because it feels gentle rather than aggressive, it works well as a supporting background or a primary palette choice in soft branding. The hex code for this shade is #bc939f. Pair it with charcoal greys to ground its inherent softness and maintain high contrast for accessibility.
Questions about #bc939f
What is #bc939f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bc939f is rgb(188, 147, 159), in HSL hsl(342, 23%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 15%, 26%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair best with #bc939f?
Pair #bc939f with charcoal or deep slate grays to ground its inherent softness while maintaining high contrast for better accessibility. For a warmer, harmonious palette, it works beautifully alongside soft creams or muted earth tones.
Is #bc939f considered a warm or cool color?
#bc939f leans warm due to its pink base, though it carries a desaturated, ashy quality that prevents it from feeling overly vibrant. This balance makes it a versatile neutral that feels approachable rather than aggressive.
Is #bc939f readable on white or black?
#bc939f has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.81:1 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.