#A0A399 Hex Color
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This muted, desaturated green carries subtle yellow undertones that lean toward a dusty, ashy aesthetic. Because #a0a399 is low in chroma, it works best as a neutral supporting tone rather than a dominant base. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or warm terracotta for a balanced look. The high contrast with black text ensures excellent legibility for small body copy.
Questions about #a0a399
What is #a0a399 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a0a399 is rgb(160, 163, 153), in HSL hsl(78, 5%, 62%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 6%, 36%.
What color combinations work best with #a0a399?
Because #a0a399 has a low-chroma, ashy quality, it pairs exceptionally well with high-contrast, deep neutrals like charcoal or warm, earthy tones like terracotta. These pairings provide necessary visual weight to anchor the airy, desaturated nature of the green.
Is #a0a399 suitable for body text?
Yes, #a0a399 works well for body text because it provides enough contrast against white or light backgrounds to remain legible without the harshness of pure black. It maintains a soft, readable appearance that keeps the overall design aesthetic professional and approachable.
Is #a0a399 readable on white or black?
#a0a399 has a 2.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.19:1 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.