#A2A08E Hex Color
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With its dusty, desaturated khaki tone, #a2a08e functions as a grounded, utilitarian neutral. It lacks the punch of true yellow, opting instead for an earthy, muted quality that works best as a supporting background rather than a primary focus. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate for a sharp, modern contrast. The hex code is #a2a08e, which provides excellent accessibility for standard black text.
Questions about #a2a08e
What is #a2a08e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a2a08e is rgb(162, 160, 142), in HSL hsl(54, 10%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 12%, 36%.
Which color combinations work best with #a2a08e?
Because #a2a08e is a muted, desaturated tone, it excels when paired with high-contrast, dark neutrals like charcoal or deep espresso. This combination creates a sharp, professional look that keeps the focus on text legibility while providing a soft, natural background.
Is #a2a08e considered a warm or cool color?
#a2a08e leans slightly warm due to its khaki roots, but its desaturated nature makes it feel distinctly neutral rather than vibrant or sunny. It sits in a transitional space, meaning it avoids the harshness of bright yellow while retaining more character than a standard gray.
Is #a2a08e readable on white or black?
#a2a08e has a 2.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.95:1 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.