#A89C98 Hex Color
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#a89c98 is a muted, dusty red that leans heavily into grey undertones. Because it sits at a low saturation, this color functions well as a grounded neutral rather than an energetic shade. It provides excellent readability for small text when paired with black. Use this color as a background base to calm bolder, brighter tones in your palette.
Questions about #a89c98
What is #a89c98 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a89c98 is rgb(168, 156, 152), in HSL hsl(15, 8%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 10%, 34%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a89c98?
Is #a89c98 a good choice for typography?
Yes, #a89c98 provides excellent readability when used as a background color for high-contrast black copy. Its low saturation keeps it comfortable for the eyes, making it a reliable choice for long-form content or interface backgrounds where you want to avoid visual strain.
Is #a89c98 readable on white or black?
#a89c98 has a 2.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.87:1 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.