#A3A094 Hex Color
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This muted, ashy yellow functions best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant base. Because it sits in a dusty, grey-toned range, the hex code #a3a094 pairs effectively with sharp charcoal or deep slate to ground its subtle warmth. It maintains enough contrast for black body text, making it a functional choice for clean, minimal interfaces where white feels too stark.
Questions about #a3a094
What is #a3a094 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3a094 is rgb(163, 160, 148), in HSL hsl(48, 8%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 9%, 36%.
How should I use #a3a094 in a web interface?
Does #a3a094 read as a warm or cool color?
While #a3a094 contains grey undertones that suggest coolness, its yellow base gives it a distinct, subtle warmth. This hybrid quality makes it a versatile choice for designs that need to feel grounded and earthy without becoming vibrant or distracting.
Is #a3a094 readable on white or black?
#a3a094 has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.01:1 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.