#A35590 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty magenta balances soft femininity with a grounded, neutral quality. Its lower saturation makes it less aggressive than standard pinks, perfect for branding that needs a touch of charm without overpowering the screen. The hex code #a35590 serves well as a primary accent against deep charcoal or slate gray. Because it meets WCAG AA standards, white text remains readable when placed on top.
Questions about #a35590
What is #a35590 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a35590 is rgb(163, 85, 144), in HSL hsl(315, 31%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 12%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #a35590?
This muted magenta looks best when grounded by darker, neutral tones that allow its softness to shine. Try pairing it with charcoal or slate gray for a sophisticated contrast that feels modern and professional rather than overly playful or sweet.
Is #a35590 readable on white or black?
#a35590 has a 4.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.25:1 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.