#C99094 Hex Color
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A dusty, desaturated rose, #c99094 feels mellow and restrained compared to traditional bright reds. This muted shade works well as a grounding neutral for baby product branding or soft UI backgrounds. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal grays, which provide the contrast needed for high readability. Because of its low chroma, this hex code avoids looking overly aggressive in large, full-bleed applications.
Questions about #c99094
What is #c99094 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c99094 is rgb(201, 144, 148), in HSL hsl(356, 35%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 26%, 21%.
What colors pair best with #c99094 in a design palette?
#c99094 works beautifully when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or slate, which provide the necessary contrast for readability. Because of its muted, desaturated nature, it also functions as a sophisticated accent against cream or warm white backgrounds without becoming overwhelming.
Is #c99094 considered a warm or cool color?
#c99094 reads as a warm, softened red, but its low chroma and grayish undertones keep it from appearing overly aggressive or hot. This balance makes it an excellent choice for interfaces that require a gentle, approachable feeling rather than a high-energy, vibrant aesthetic.
Is #c99094 readable on white or black?
#c99094 has a 2.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.90:1 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.