#A7767E Hex Color
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This dusty, muted rose features low saturation and an ashy, warm undertone. Because it leans so desaturated, the hex code #a7767e works best as a sophisticated supporting neutral rather than a dominant focal point. It pairs well with charcoal grays and creams. With high contrast against black text, it provides a readable, calm alternative to more aggressive shades of red.
Questions about #a7767e
What is #a7767e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a7767e is rgb(167, 118, 126), in HSL hsl(350, 22%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 25%, 35%.
What colors pair best with #a7767e for a balanced palette?
Is #a7767e considered a warm or cool color?
#a7767e sits in a unique middle ground, leaning warm due to its rose pigment but appearing ashy and cool because of its low saturation. This duality makes it an excellent choice for designs that require a soft, non-aggressive touch.
Is #a7767e readable on white or black?
#a7767e has a 3.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.53:1 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.