#A788A5 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated magenta feels gentle and approachable due to its muted chroma. Because it has enough contrast for small text, hex code #a788a5 works well as a reliable, soft neutral in UI design. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to ground its airy, feminine quality. Use it as a supporting tone rather than a dominant base to avoid washing out your interface.
Questions about #a788a5
What is #a788a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a788a5 is rgb(167, 136, 165), in HSL hsl(304, 15%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 1%, 35%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a788a5?
Is #a788a5 suitable for text usage?
While #a788a5 provides a nice, subtle aesthetic, its medium lightness means you must check contrast ratios carefully against specific backgrounds. For small, functional text, pair it with dark charcoal to ensure your interface meets essential accessibility standards for clear, comfortable reading.
Is #a788a5 readable on white or black?
#a788a5 has a 3.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.70:1 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.