#A7A0B0 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #a7a0b0 is a dusty purple with gray undertones and soft, moderate lightness. Its restrained character suggests spirituality, sensitivity, and mystery without feeling dramatic. Use the hex code #a7a0b0 as a supporting tone in luxury, religious, or gaming palettes, paired with charcoal or deep plum. Black text reads clearly on it for accessible body copy.
Questions about #a7a0b0
What is #a7a0b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a7a0b0 is rgb(167, 160, 176), in HSL hsl(266, 9%, 66%) and in CMYK 5%, 9%, 0%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #a7a0b0 in a palette?
#a7a0b0 pairs well with charcoal, deep plum, and soft neutrals because its dusty purple base gains definition without losing its restrained mood. Use it as a supporting tone for elegant interfaces, reflective branding, or atmospheric game palettes.
Is #a7a0b0 readable on white or black?
#a7a0b0 has a 2.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.29:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.