#A48E6F Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated orange carries a distinct ashy undertone that feels grounded and mature. The hex code #a48e6f works best as a neutral supporting tone rather than a dominant background, as it can appear muddy in large applications. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or slate blue, creating a professional contrast. Black text remains highly legible against this shade, ensuring it functions well for functional, small-scale design elements.
Questions about #a48e6f
What is #a48e6f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a48e6f is rgb(164, 142, 111), in HSL hsl(35, 23%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 32%, 36%.
How can I effectively use #a48e6f in a design layout?
#a48e6f serves best as a subtle supporting element or neutral accent because its unsaturated, ashy quality can appear muddy when applied to large surfaces. It provides excellent legibility for small-scale elements like buttons or borders when paired with charcoal or slate blue text.
What colors pair well with the #a48e6f hex color?
This shade works harmoniously with deep, cool tones that create a professional contrast against its warm, dusty orange base. Try pairing #a48e6f with dark charcoal or muted navy hues to keep the overall composition grounded and balanced without overpowering the design.
Is #a48e6f readable on white or black?
#a48e6f has a 3.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.67:1 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.