#C997AA Hex Color
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#c997aa is a muted, dusty pink with a warm, ashy undertone. This unsaturated shade offers a gentle, sophisticated alternative to bubblegum hues. Because it has enough contrast for readability, it works well as a background color for editorial UI or modern cosmetics branding. Pair this hex code with dark charcoal or deep forest green to avoid a washed out, overly sweet palette.
Questions about #c997aa
What is #c997aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c997aa is rgb(201, 151, 170), in HSL hsl(337, 32%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 15%, 21%.
What colors work well with #c997aa?
Pair #c997aa with deep, dark neutrals to ground its softness and prevent a washed-out appearance. It creates a striking, balanced contrast when used alongside charcoal or deep forest green for professional design work.
Is #c997aa a warm or cool color?
This hue sits as a warm, dusty pink thanks to its ashy undertone, which keeps it from feeling like a bright bubblegum shade. It offers a muted sophistication that feels mature without being cold or sterile.
Is #c997aa readable on white or black?
#c997aa has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.49:1 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.