#A8A89D Hex Color
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Old Celadon is an ashy, muted yellow that leans heavily into grey. Because it lacks saturation, this color functions best as a neutral background rather than a main accent. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or matte black, which creates a high-contrast, professional look. The hex code for Old Celadon is #a8a89d. Use it in UI layouts when you need a soft, understated alternative to stark white.
Questions about Old Celadon
What is the hex code for Old Celadon?
Old Celadon is #a8a89d. In RGB that is rgb(168, 168, 157), in HSL hsl(60, 6%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 7%, 34%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with Old Celadon #a8a89d?
Old Celadon #a8a89d works beautifully with deep, high-contrast tones like charcoal or matte black. These dark, grounding colors balance its low-saturation grey undertones, creating a clean, professional aesthetic suitable for modern minimalist interfaces or editorial layouts.
Is #a8a89d considered a warm or cool color?
While technically a yellow derivative, Old Celadon #a8a89d reads as a cool, desaturated neutral because of its heavy grey influence. It lacks the typical warmth associated with yellow, making it a sophisticated, quiet option for subtle design elements.
Is Old Celadon readable on white or black?
Old Celadon has a 2.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.75:1 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.