#A7A99B Hex Color
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#a7a99b is an ashy, dusty yellow with soft olive and gray undertones. Its low saturation gives designs a practical, weathered feel, while its light value keeps the mood open and positive. Use this hex code as a supporting tone in sale, budget, or construction graphics, with black text for clear small copy.
Questions about #a7a99b
What is #a7a99b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a7a99b is rgb(167, 169, 155), in HSL hsl(69, 8%, 64%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 8%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #a7a99b?
#a7a99b pairs well with charcoal for strong structure and burgundy for a warmer, more energetic accent. Cream can soften the palette, though too much white may make this muted shade look washed out.
Is #a7a99b readable on white or black?
#a7a99b has a 2.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.79:1 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.