#AC9E9E
- Brightness
- 162.3
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 0°, 8%, 65%
- HSV V %
- 67%
- Lab
- 66.3, 5.1, 1.8
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 8%, 8%, 33%
- PNG size
- 5.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (8.14:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #AC9E9E
Common Name: Munsell 10rp 6.5/1.5
RGB: (172, 158, 158)
HSL: (0°, 6%, 67%)
Contrast: White - 16.5 (AA pass), Black - 26.2 (AA pass)
Mood: #AC9E9E is a soft, muted greyish-pink tone, offering a neutral, understated aesthetic. It's commonly used in environments that aim to create calm, professional, and timeless vibes. This color is versatile, making it suitable for both modern and traditional designs, blending subtly into any color palette. It holds a quiet sophistication without overpowering other tones, making it a popular choice for interior design, office spaces, and minimalist art.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - HOMEBUSH GREY: #A09991 (ΔE=5.82)
- Benjamin Moore - Mauve Desert: #B2A3A5 (ΔE=2.31)
- Behr Paint - Smoked Mauve: #A79A97 (ΔE=2.38)
- Pantone Solid Coated - PANTONE 436 C: #B1A0A5 (ΔE=3.16)
Why Designers Use It:
This color is often favored by designers for its neutrality and versatility, especially in spaces meant for contemplation or subtle elegance. It's commonly found in corporate and hospitality interiors, evoking a sense of calm professionalism. Its understated tone works well with a wide range of complementary hues, especially softer pastels and muted earth tones. #AC9E9E is frequently chosen in design work for fashion, art, and product packaging that demands a balanced, quiet appeal without being overly bold. In certain industrial contexts, this color is used to create a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere, particularly in high-end interior design for offices, hotels, and sophisticated branding projects.