#A68985 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated red carries a muted warmth that feels grounded rather than aggressive. Because #a68985 leans earthy and subtle, it works best as a supporting tone in branding or UI design rather than a loud accent. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate greys to maintain legibility, as black text remains the most readable choice for this specific shade.
Questions about #a68985
What is #a68985 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a68985 is rgb(166, 137, 133), in HSL hsl(7, 16%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 20%, 35%.
What colors pair best with #a68985 in a design layout?
Because #a68985 leans earthy and subtle, it pairs effectively with deep charcoal or slate greys to maintain high legibility. These darker neutrals ground the warmth of this dusty red, allowing it to function as a sophisticated, soft accent color without overwhelming your typography.
Is #a68985 readable on white or black?
#a68985 has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.53:1 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.