#A3A4A8 Hex Color
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#a3a4a8 is a light, muted gray with a slight cool cast and an ashy, dusty finish. Its restrained character suits interface backgrounds, typography, product design, and architectural palettes. The hex code #a3a4a8 supports a practical, professional mood, while black text reaches about 8.4:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #a3a4a8
What is #a3a4a8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3a4a8 is rgb(163, 164, 168), in HSL hsl(228, 3%, 65%) and in CMYK 3%, 2%, 0%, 34%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a3a4a8?
#a3a4a8 works best as a supporting neutral or dominant light base, especially beside charcoal, navy, or muted terracotta accents that add contrast without overwhelming its low-saturation surface in restrained brand and interface systems.
Is #a3a4a8 readable on white or black?
#a3a4a8 has a 2.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.43:1 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.