#A49C94 Hex Color
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#a49c94 is a muted, dusty tone that balances earthy gray with a faint hint of orange. Because of its desaturated character, it avoids the loudness of standard autumn hues and serves best as a subtle background. Pair it with deep charcoal or matte black for high-contrast, readable typography. The hex code for this ashy shade is #a49c94, making it a reliable choice for professional branding.
Questions about #a49c94
What is #a49c94 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a49c94 is rgb(164, 156, 148), in HSL hsl(30, 8%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 10%, 36%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #a49c94 read as warm or cool?
#a49c94 leans warm because of its subtle orange undertones, which distinguish it from cold, sterile grays. This warmth makes it an approachable choice for interface designs or branding that requires a sophisticated, natural feel rather than a high-tech or industrial appearance.
What colors pair well with #a49c94?
To create high-contrast, professional layouts, pair #a49c94 with charcoal or deep matte black for text elements. If you prefer a soft, organic palette, this shade works beautifully alongside muted greens or dusty rose tones for a cohesive, earthy aesthetic.
Is #a49c94 readable on white or black?
#a49c94 has a 2.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.76:1 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.