#A49C7A Hex Color
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This ashy yellow skips the brightness of lemon or gold. The hex code #a49c7a sits closer to khaki, with gray undertones and very low saturation that read earthy rather than cheerful. Use it as a dominant base for rustic branding or budget sale graphics. Black text hits about 7.6:1 contrast on it, so small body copy passes AA. Pair it with deep plum to avoid a muddy look.
Questions about #a49c7a
What is #a49c7a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a49c7a is rgb(164, 156, 122), in HSL hsl(49, 19%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 26%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #a49c7a?
#a49c7a pairs best with deep, saturated tones like burgundy or forest green, which restore the energy its gray undertones mute. Cream and charcoal work well for softer, grounded palettes.
Is #a49c7a readable on white or black?
#a49c7a has a 2.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.61:1 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.