#999DAD
Muted Blue
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About #999DAD Muted Blue
#999DAD is a muted blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 153 red, 157 green, and 173 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 228°, saturation of 11%, and lightness of 64%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With low saturation, it appears muted and subtle.
CSS Code & Gradients
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Beautiful Gradients
Color Properties
228°
Hue
11%
Saturation
64%
Lightness
Muted Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #999DAD based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #999DAD against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#999DAD on White
Contrast Ratio2.7:1
AA ✗AA Large ✗AAA ✗
Aa#999DAD on Black
Contrast Ratio7.78:1
AA ✓AA Large ✓AAA ✓
Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #999DAD across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #999DAD |
| RGB | rgb(153, 157, 173) |
| HSL | hsl(228, 11%, 64%) |
| RGB Decimal | 153, 157, 173 |
| RGB Percent | 60.0%, 61.6%, 67.8% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 12%, 9%, 0%, 32% |
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