#A19484 Hex Color
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This desaturated, dusty tone sits between warm orange and grey. The hex code for #a19484 is a versatile neutral that feels grounded. It functions best as a supporting base color rather than a dominant feature. Pair it with deep charcoal or navy to prevent the shade from looking flat. Because black text offers 7.1:1 contrast, this color remains perfectly readable even with small body copy.
Questions about #a19484
What is #a19484 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a19484 is rgb(161, 148, 132), in HSL hsl(33, 13%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 18%, 37%.
What colors pair best with #a19484 for a balanced look?
Is #a19484 considered a warm or cool neutral?
It sits firmly on the warmer side of the spectrum due to subtle orange undertones that separate it from standard, sterile greys. This warmth makes it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you want to evoke a soft, organic, and approachable feel.
Is #a19484 readable on white or black?
#a19484 has a 2.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.08:1 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.