#A59084 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #a59084 blends a dusty orange base with soft gray undertones. Its medium lightness gives designs an earthy, independent feel while suggesting optimism and creative energy. Use the hex code as a supporting tone in food packaging, autumn branding, sports graphics, or Halloween campaigns. Black text reads clearly on it for accessible body copy.
Questions about #a59084
What is #a59084 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a59084 is rgb(165, 144, 132), in HSL hsl(22, 15%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 20%, 35%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a59084?
#a59084 pairs well with terracotta, cream, charcoal, and muted green, balancing its dusty orange warmth with softer or deeper contrast; cream keeps the palette airy, charcoal adds definition, and muted green reinforces its earthy character.
Does #a59084 look warm or cool?
#a59084 reads as a warm, muted neutral because its dusty orange base is softened by gray undertones, giving the shade an earthy, understated mood that works well for packaging, autumn branding, and calm accent elements.
Is #a59084 readable on white or black?
#a59084 has a 3.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.92:1 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.