#A87267 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted red sits between a warm clay and an ashy pink. The hex code #a87267 offers a sophisticated alternative to brighter, aggressive reds. Because it provides strong contrast with black text, it functions well for readable body copy. Pair this shade with dark charcoal or deep navy to avoid a muddy appearance. It performs best as a thoughtful supporting tone in professional palettes.
Questions about #a87267
What is #a87267 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a87267 is rgb(168, 114, 103), in HSL hsl(10, 27%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 39%, 34%.
What colors work best with #a87267?
Is #a87267 considered a warm or cool color?
This shade is primarily a warm, earthy red, but its muted, desaturated nature prevents it from feeling overly aggressive or vibrant. It acts as a neutral-adjacent tone, effectively bridging the gap between traditional clay and softer, ashy pink variations.
Is #a87267 readable on white or black?
#a87267 has a 3.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.26:1 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.