#A68D86 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy red trades high energy for a muted, sophisticated look. The grey undertones pull #a68d86 away from classic red intensity, creating a versatile shade for modern UI backgrounds or print branding. It offers enough contrast for black text to remain legible at 6.8:1. Use this hex code alongside soft neutrals or charcoal to avoid a muddy appearance in your layouts.
Questions about #a68d86
What is #a68d86 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a68d86 is rgb(166, 141, 134), in HSL hsl(13, 15%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 19%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #a68d86 in a design layout?
#a68d86 works beautifully alongside deep charcoal for high-contrast text or soft, creamy off-white to maintain its muted, sophisticated aesthetic. Avoid overly vibrant neons, which can clash with the ashy, desaturated nature of this specific red.
Does #a68d86 have a warm or cool appearance?
While technically a red, #a68d86 reads as a cooler, more neutral tone due to its significant grey undertones. It lacks the aggressive energy of bright reds, making it feel grounded, calm, and highly versatile for professional digital branding.
Is #a68d86 readable on white or black?
#a68d86 has a 3.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.77:1 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.