#9E697F

#9E697F

Color Values

HEX

#9E697F

RGB

158, 105, 127

HSL

335.1, 21.5%, 51.6%

HSV

335.1, 33.5%, 62.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.5%, 19.6%, 38.0%

OKLCH

0.5835 0.0738 353.1

Properties

Color Psychology

Vivid pinks project confidence, playfulness, and bold self-expression. They challenge traditional associations, carrying both the warmth of red and the creativity of violet. Hot pink in particular signals rebellion against conventions and unapologetic individuality.

Design Usage

Medium pink is effective for fashion brands, social media platforms, and marketing campaigns targeting Gen Z audiences. It makes impactful gradient elements when blended with purple or orange. Use it for accent buttons and promotional banners where energy and excitement should override corporate formality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #9E697F;
color: #9E697F;
border-color: #9E697F;
Nearest Tailwind: Zinc 500 #71717A

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

4.78:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #9E697F?

RGB(158, 105, 127) · HSL(335.1, 21.5%, 51.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.5%, 19.6%, 38.0%)

Does #9E697F meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.39:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #9E697F?

Use 000000 text on a #9E697F background; contrast on black is 4.78:1.