Pewter

Q: How do I use #9AA88A in CSS?

You can use #9AA88A in CSS with: background-color: #9AA88A; or color: #9AA88A; or as an RGB value: rgb(154, 168, 138). For print design, use CMYK: 8%, 0%, 18%, 34%.

#9AA88A

Pewter is a neutral light color with the hex code #9AA88A. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 154, 168, 138 in digital design or CMYK 8%, 0%, 18%, 34% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pewter Color Values

HEX: #9AA88A
RGB: 154, 168, 138
HSL: 88°, 15%, 60%
CMYK: 8, 0, 18, 34

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pewter sits at 88° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 15% saturation and 60% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, neutral colors like Pewter work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Pewter in print, the CMYK breakdown of 8%, 0%, 18%, 34% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Pewter

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9AA88A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 154, 168, 138;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9AA88A',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 8%
M: 0%
Y: 18%
K: 34%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(154, 168, 138)
rgba(154, 168, 138, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 88° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9AA88A?

#9AA88A is Pewter, a neutral light color with RGB values of 154, 168, 138. It has a hue of 88°, 15% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #9AA88A?

The RGB color code for #9AA88A is rgb(154, 168, 138). This means it contains 154 red, 168 green, and 138 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pewter a warm or cool color?

Pewter (#9AA88A) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #9AA88A in CSS?

You can use #9AA88A in CSS with: background-color: #9AA88A; or color: #9AA88A; or as an RGB value: rgb(154, 168, 138). For print design, use CMYK: 8%, 0%, 18%, 34%.