#A0AD93 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated lime offers a grounded alternative to brighter greens. Because the hex code #a0ad93 sits on the cooler side of the spectrum, it functions best as a supporting background. It offers high contrast for black text, ensuring excellent readability for UI copy. Pair this hue with dark charcoal or muted burnt orange to anchor its organic, understated appearance.
Questions about #a0ad93
What is #a0ad93 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a0ad93 is rgb(160, 173, 147), in HSL hsl(90, 14%, 63%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 15%, 32%.
What colors pair best with #a0ad93 for a balanced palette?
This hue works well with burnt orange to create a subtle, organic contrast that feels natural and grounded. If you prefer a more monochromatic or muted scheme, pairing #a0ad93 with deeper, cooler greens or neutral slate tones reinforces its understated, cooling properties.
Is #a0ad93 readable on white or black?
#a0ad93 has a 2.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.89:1 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.