#A39871 Hex Color
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An ashy, dusty yellow-olive with very low saturation, #a39871 feels warm, mellow, and grounded rather than bright. Its earthy character suits outdoor, organic, construction, and military branding, especially as a supporting tone beside charcoal or dark brown. Use black text for strong readability, since the hex code provides about 7.3:1 contrast.
Questions about #a39871
What is #a39871 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a39871 is rgb(163, 152, 113), in HSL hsl(47, 21%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 31%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #a39871?
#a39871 pairs well with charcoal, dark brown, cream, and muted terracotta, creating grounded palettes without overpowering its dusty yellow-olive base. Use charcoal or dark brown for depth, while cream keeps the overall result lighter.
Does #a39871 look warm or cool?
#a39871 reads as a warm, grounded neutral because its yellow and olive undertones outweigh its low saturation, giving it a dusty, natural feel rather than a crisp or vivid appearance. It works well for calm, utilitarian, and organic visual directions.
Is #a39871 readable on white or black?
#a39871 has a 2.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.28:1 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.