#A2A3A4 Hex Color
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The hex code #a2a3a4 defines a light, low-saturation grey with a faint cool cast. Its dusty, ashy quality supports restraint and professionalism without feeling stark. Use it as a supporting tone in interfaces, typography, or product layouts. Black text provides about 8.3:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA requirements for small body text.
Questions about #a2a3a4
What is #a2a3a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a2a3a4 is rgb(162, 163, 164), in HSL hsl(210, 1%, 64%) and in CMYK 1%, 1%, 0%, 36%.
Does #a2a3a4 read as warm or cool?
#a2a3a4 reads as a slightly cool gray because its RGB channels are nearly even, with blue marginally higher than red, giving it a faint ashy cast that feels restrained rather than stark in digital interfaces and product layouts. It works well with charcoal text and muted blue accents.
What colors pair well with #a2a3a4?
#a2a3a4 pairs well with charcoal, deep blue, muted green, and warm off-white, creating balanced contrast while preserving its quiet, professional character across interfaces, packaging, and product layouts that need a restrained base. Darker accents help define hierarchy without making the palette feel harsh.
Is #a2a3a4 readable on white or black?
#a2a3a4 has a 2.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.31:1 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.