#A2484E Hex Color
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Reach for #a2484e when a design needs a muted brick red with rustic warmth. Its low saturation and mid lightness keep the tone mellow, so it flatters cream and olive but can look muddy across large areas. White text reads clearly on this hex code, making it a solid pick for buttons, labels, and autumn or food branding.
Questions about #a2484e
What is #a2484e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a2484e is rgb(162, 72, 78), in HSL hsl(356, 38%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 56%, 52%, 36%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a2484e?
Cream, sage, olive, and warm neutrals flatter #a2484e because its muted saturation lets quieter neighbors stand out. A deep navy also makes it look richer than beige does.
Is #a2484e readable on white or black?
#a2484e has a 5.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.57:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.