#A2949B Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy mauve sits between muted pink and cool gray. Because it lacks saturation, #a2949b functions best as a supporting tone or neutral base in branding and UI layouts. Black text provides excellent readability against this shade, ensuring high accessibility for body copy. The hex code for this muted tone is #a2949b.
Questions about #a2949b
What is #a2949b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a2949b is rgb(162, 148, 155), in HSL hsl(330, 7%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 4%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #a2949b for a professional palette?
Does #a2949b read more warm or cool?
#a2949b typically reads as a cool, gray-leaning mauve because it lacks the intense saturation of traditional pinks or purples. This makes it an ideal neutral for interfaces where you need a subtle, sophisticated warmth that does not clash with other cool-toned elements.
Is #a2949b readable on white or black?
#a2949b has a 2.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.24:1 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.