#A8716D Hex Color
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This dusty, muted rose sits on the unsaturated side of the red spectrum. Because it lacks intensity, #a8716d works well as a grounding neutral or a sophisticated background rather than an aggressive accent. It pairs beautifully with charcoal grays and off-whites. Since it maintains a 5.2:1 contrast ratio against black, this hex code is a safe choice for legible body text in modern UI layouts.
Questions about #a8716d
What is #a8716d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a8716d is rgb(168, 113, 109), in HSL hsl(4, 25%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 35%, 34%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Does #a8716d work well for website body text?
Yes, #a8716d maintains a strong 5.2:1 contrast ratio against black, making it a safe choice for accessible body text. It offers a softer, more modern alternative to harsh blacks or standard grays in user interfaces.
What colors pair well with #a8716d?
This muted rose pairs beautifully with deep charcoal for high-contrast text or off-white creams to maintain a soft, sophisticated atmosphere. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation neons, which can overwhelm its subtle, unsaturated character.
Is #a8716d readable on white or black?
#a8716d has a 4.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.24:1 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.