#A8AD9B Hex Color
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#a8ad9b is a dusty, ashy yellow-green that leans heavily into gray. Because it lacks saturation, it functions best as a supporting tone or neutral background rather than a focal point. Pair this muted shade with deep charcoal for a clean, professional contrast. The hex code is #a8ad9b, which offers high readability with black text, making it a reliable choice for UI design.
Questions about #a8ad9b
What is #a8ad9b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a8ad9b is rgb(168, 173, 155), in HSL hsl(77, 10%, 64%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 10%, 32%.
What colors pair best with #a8ad9b in a UI layout?
#a8ad9b functions effectively as a neutral, so it works best when paired with high-contrast text like charcoal or near-black shades to ensure readability. Because the color is so muted, you can also successfully accent it with terracotta for a natural, grounded contrast.
Does #a8ad9b lean warm or cool in design projects?
#a8ad9b is technically a yellow-green, but its high gray content and lack of saturation make it feel cooler and more restrained than a vibrant olive. It avoids feeling overly warm, which makes it a versatile, calming choice for professional, wellness, or nature-inspired interface backgrounds.
Is #a8ad9b readable on white or black?
#a8ad9b has a 2.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.11:1 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.