#A78184 Hex Color
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Dusty and highly unsaturated, #a78184 functions as a muted, earthy red. Its matte quality makes it an excellent choice for a supporting background or subtle UI element rather than a bright accent. This shade pairs effectively with charcoal grays to ground its softness. Because the hex code #a78184 offers 6.1:1 contrast, it handles small, black body text clearly.
Questions about #a78184
What is #a78184 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a78184 is rgb(167, 129, 132), in HSL hsl(355, 18%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 21%, 35%.
What makes #a78184 a good choice for UI design?
This color offers a 6.1:1 contrast ratio, meaning it comfortably supports standard black text while providing a softer, less intense visual background than primary reds. It grounds interfaces without overwhelming the viewer.
Which colors work best alongside #a78184 in a palette?
Because #a78184 is a desaturated, earthy red, it pairs effectively with charcoal or deep slate grays. These darker neutrals anchor the inherent softness of the hue, creating a balanced and professional color scheme.
Is #a78184 readable on white or black?
#a78184 has a 3.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.11:1 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.