#A48C84 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy shade of red provides a grounded alternative to vivid tones. Because it is muted, #a48c84 works best as a supporting background or secondary accent rather than a primary call to action. Pair it with dark charcoal for a sophisticated look. With a contrast ratio of 6.7:1, this hex code supports black text easily for accessible body copy in professional UI layouts.
Questions about #a48c84
What is #a48c84 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a48c84 is rgb(164, 140, 132), in HSL hsl(15, 15%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 20%, 36%.
What design styles suit #a48c84?
This muted, ashy red excels in minimal, professional interfaces where you need a grounded, non-distracting background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal or slate tones, maintaining readability while offering a more sophisticated warmth than standard neutrals.
Is #a48c84 readable on white or black?
#a48c84 has a 3.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.66:1 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.