#A17270 Hex Color
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#a17270 is a muted, dusty red with a matte finish. This unsaturated tone provides a mellow alternative to bright, aggressive reds. Because it holds strong contrast against black text, it works well for UI elements where you need readability without harshness. The hex code #a17270 performs best as a supporting accent color rather than a dominant background, as its ashy quality can feel muddy at large scales.
Questions about #a17270
What is #a17270 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a17270 is rgb(161, 114, 112), in HSL hsl(2, 21%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 30%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #a17270?
#a17270 works best when balanced against neutral, cooler tones to prevent the palette from becoming too heavy. Pair this dusty red with charcoal for text contrast, or use soft creams and warm off-whites to maintain a sophisticated, organic feel in UI designs.
Is #a17270 readable on white or black?
#a17270 has a 4.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.15:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.