#A772A6 Hex Color

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#a772a6 is a dusty, muted violet with low saturation. It feels grounded and subtle, avoiding the intensity of bright magenta. Because it is somewhat desaturated, it functions well as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft charcoals for a modern, refined palette. This hex code offers enough contrast for black text, providing a readable 5.6:1 ratio for UI elements.

Questions about #a772a6

What is #a772a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a772a6 is rgb(167, 114, 166), in HSL hsl(301, 23%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 1%, 35%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a772a6?
Because of its muted, desaturated nature, #a772a6 pairs effectively with deep charcoal or cool slate to create a modern, balanced aesthetic. Using it alongside soft off-whites helps emphasize its violet undertones without creating overwhelming visual competition.
Is #a772a6 readable on white or black?
#a772a6 has a 3.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.60:1 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.