#A89274 Hex Color
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Dusty and muted, #a89274 acts as a sophisticated alternative to standard autumn oranges. This desaturated tone carries a calm, earthen weight that prevents it from looking overly bright or aggressive. It functions best as a supporting color in palettes alongside deep charcoals or slate blues. Because this hex code has excellent contrast, black text remains highly legible against it in layout designs.
Questions about #a89274
What is #a89274 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a89274 is rgb(168, 146, 116), in HSL hsl(35, 23%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 31%, 34%.
What colors pair best with #a89274?
#a89274 thrives alongside deep, cool neutrals like charcoal or slate blue, which ground its warm, dusty undertones. These pairings create a balanced contrast that prevents the color from feeling too washed out while maintaining a sophisticated, modern aesthetic.
Is #a89274 suitable for text-heavy designs?
Yes, this hex color provides sufficient contrast for readability when paired with dark text, making it a reliable choice for backgrounds. Its muted, desaturated nature ensures it remains easy on the eyes during prolonged viewing, which is ideal for interface design or print layout.
Is #a89274 readable on white or black?
#a89274 has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.02:1 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.