#A19A96 Hex Color
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A muted, ashy shade, #a19a96 acts as a sophisticated neutral with subtle orange undertones. It works best as a supporting color in palettes, helping to ground brighter, more vivid hues. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue for a balanced look. The hex code #a19a96 provides enough contrast against black text to remain legible, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds.
Questions about #a19a96
What is #a19a96 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a19a96 is rgb(161, 154, 150), in HSL hsl(22, 6%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 7%, 37%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How does #a19a96 function as a neutral in design?
#a19a96 provides a grounded base that avoids the harshness of pure gray while adding subtle warmth. Its orange undertones allow it to pair beautifully with deep charcoal or cool slate tones, making it an excellent bridge color for complex UI layouts.
Is #a19a96 readable on white or black?
#a19a96 has a 2.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.57:1 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.