#A1A153 Hex Color
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#a1a153 is a muted, warm yellow with olive and gray undertones, giving it a mellow, practical character. Its subdued brightness suggests optimism and opportunity without feeling loud, making it useful for budget, sale, or construction branding. The hex code is #a1a153, and black text reads clearly with about a 7.7:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #a1a153
What is #a1a153 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a1a153 is rgb(161, 161, 83), in HSL hsl(60, 32%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 48%, 37%.
Is #a1a153 warm or cool?
#a1a153 reads as a warm, muted yellow because its yellow base is softened by olive and gray undertones, giving it a grounded, practical feel instead of the brightness or coolness associated with clearer lemon or green-leaning yellows.
What colors pair well with #a1a153?
#a1a153 pairs well with charcoal, cream, terracotta, and navy, which either strengthen its earthy warmth or provide clear contrast without making the palette feel harsh.
Where can #a1a153 work well?
#a1a153 works well in practical, earthy designs such as sale graphics, budget-focused branding, construction materials, and muted interface accents, where its low saturation adds warmth without demanding the attention of a brighter yellow.
Is #a1a153 readable on white or black?
#a1a153 has a 2.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.73:1 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.