#A48484 Hex Color
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The hex code #a48484 produces a muted, dusty reddish tone with gray undertones and a matte, ashy character. Its subdued lightness brings calm and understatement while retaining hints of passion and energy. Use it as a supporting color in romance, food, or sports branding, especially with navy or warm cream. Black text reads clearly at about a 6.2:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #a48484
What is #a48484 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a48484 is rgb(164, 132, 132), in HSL hsl(0, 15%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 20%, 36%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a48484?
#a48484 pairs well with navy for grounded contrast and warm cream for a softer palette; charcoal adds structure, while muted rose and dusty red variations keep the combination understated and cohesive.
Does #a48484 read as warm or cool?
#a48484 reads as a warm-leaning muted red because its red channel is higher than its green and blue channels, while its gray content lowers saturation and keeps the color subdued. It suggests calm, restraint, and subtle romance rather than bright passion.
Is #a48484 readable on white or black?
#a48484 has a 3.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.21:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.