#A2997F Hex Color
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#a2997f is a dusty, ashy yellow with low saturation and gray-brown undertones, giving designs a practical, grounded feel. Its muted warmth suggests opportunity and positivity without demanding attention, making it useful for budget, sale, or construction branding. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or charcoal. Black text reads clearly, with about a 7.4:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #a2997f.
Questions about #a2997f
What is #a2997f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a2997f is rgb(162, 153, 127), in HSL hsl(45, 16%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 22%, 36%.
How does #a2997f read in a design?
#a2997f reads as a warm, muted yellow because its gray-brown undertones soften the yellow base. Its low saturation makes it feel practical and grounded rather than bright or playful, so it works well as a calm supporting color.
What colors pair with #a2997f?
Is #a2997f readable on white or black?
#a2997f has a 2.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.39:1 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.