#A48B7E Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange carries a distinctly clay-like quality. Because it is highly unsaturated, #a48b7e functions best as a grounding neutral rather than a primary pop of color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep forest greens or slate grays for an organic palette. Use black text for optimal readability, as the hex code #a48b7e supports high contrast for both body copy and UI elements.
Questions about #a48b7e
What is #a48b7e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a48b7e is rgb(164, 139, 126), in HSL hsl(21, 17%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 23%, 36%.
How should #a48b7e be used in professional design layouts?
#a48b7e functions best as a grounding neutral rather than a dominant color, making it an excellent choice for background blocks or subtle UI accents. It provides high contrast for black text, ensuring that your body copy remains readable and professional across screens.
Which colors pair most effectively with #a48b7e?
This muted shade finds its strongest balance when paired with cool, earthy tones like slate or deep forest green. These combinations create an organic, sophisticated aesthetic that prevents the clay-like warmth of the orange from feeling too overwhelming or chaotic in your composition.
Is #a48b7e readable on white or black?
#a48b7e has a 3.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.57:1 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.