#A0988C Hex Color
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This dusty orange functions as a muted, sophisticated neutral. Because #a0988c has significant grey undertones, it grounds brighter palettes without feeling flat. It works well as a supporting background color, offering enough contrast to support black text for readable body copy. Pair it with deep charcoal or muted olive to keep the design feeling professional rather than muddy. The hex code for this ashy orange is #a0988c.
Questions about #a0988c
What is #a0988c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a0988c is rgb(160, 152, 140), in HSL hsl(36, 10%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 12%, 37%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a0988c for a professional design?
Does #a0988c function as a warm or cool neutral?
#a0988c behaves primarily as a warm neutral, though its significant grey undertones pull it toward a cooler, desaturated appearance. This balance allows it to function as a bridge between warm and cool color palettes without clashing.
Is #a0988c readable on white or black?
#a0988c has a 2.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.36:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.