#A76F9C Hex Color
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This dusty magenta is muted and unsaturated, offering a matte finish that reads as gentle rather than bold. Because of its desaturated quality, the hex code #a76f9c provides excellent contrast for black text, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. Use it to bring a touch of softness to branding or fashion projects, where it pairs well with deep charcoal or slate greys.
Questions about #a76f9c
What is #a76f9c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a76f9c is rgb(167, 111, 156), in HSL hsl(312, 24%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 7%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #a76f9c?
#a76f9c works best when contrasted against neutral tones like charcoal or slate gray to maintain its softness. You can also pair it with a creamy off-white or a deep olive to create a sophisticated, earthy balance in your design palette.
Is #a76f9c readable on white or black?
#a76f9c has a 3.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.39:1 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.