#989393
- Brightness
- 148.5
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 0°, 2%, 59%
- HSV V %
- 60%
- Lab
- 61.4, 1.8, 0.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 3%, 3%, 40%
- PNG size
- 5.7 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted warm hue
Black text
6.93:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
3.03:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (6.93:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #989393
Common Name: Soft Grey
RGB: (152, 147, 147)
HSL: (0°, 2%, 60%)
Contrast vs White: 14.7:1, AA pass
Contrast vs Black: 1.2:1, Fail
Mood: #989393 exudes a calm, sophisticated neutrality, ideal for designs requiring subtlety without overwhelming the viewer. It’s a versatile tone, blending well with other colors while maintaining a grounded, timeless quality.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 N43 - Pipeline Grey (#908F8F) ΔE=2.43
- Jotun Paint - Fresh Concrete (#9B9790) ΔE=4.12
- Pantone FHI 16-5101 TPG - Wet Weather (#969393) ΔE=0.80
- Behr Paint - Anonymous (#939291) ΔE=1.82
- Kelly Moore - Flint Rock (#989493) ΔE=0.74
Why Designers Use It:
- This color is a go-to for designers who want a soft, neutral backdrop in both interior and digital design. It's often used for minimalist styles, and its muted tone complements various color palettes without overpowering them.
- Common in corporate and professional settings, #989393 is associated with sophistication and understated elegance. Its balance between warm and cool tones makes it a popular choice for tech branding, office interiors, and even automotive design.
- Regionally, it’s frequently found in European design, particularly within modern Scandinavian interior aesthetics. It also resonates with high-end interior decorators who prefer muted elegance over bold, vibrant colors.
- From architecture to website design, #989393's low saturation lends itself to a wide range of applications, offering a versatile base for other design elements to shine.
- The color's influence can be seen in industries ranging from high-tech gadgets, minimalist furniture, and contemporary art galleries to fashion and automotive industries, emphasizing its universal appeal and practicality.