#A5A69D Hex Color
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#a5a69d is a dusty yellow pulled toward gray, light enough to feel airy but muted enough to read as sage at a glance. It works best as a background base, where black text holds a strong contrast ratio of about 8.5:1. Pair the hex code with navy or charcoal for an earthy, understated palette. Avoid using it for small text on white, where it washes out fast.
Questions about #a5a69d
What is #a5a69d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a5a69d is rgb(165, 166, 157), in HSL hsl(67, 5%, 63%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 5%, 35%.
Does black text pass WCAG AA on #a5a69d?
Yes. Black text on #a5a69d reaches a contrast ratio of about 8.5:1, well above the 4.5:1 minimum for AA body text, so it is a safe choice for readable backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #a5a69d?
Navy and charcoal sharpen its gray undertone, while terracotta or warm brown lean into its yellow base. Crisp white also works when you want the muted quality to stand out.
Is #a5a69d readable on white or black?
#a5a69d has a 2.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.54:1 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.