#A8BAA3 Hex Color
A calming and dusty muted sage
#a8baa3 is a muted, dusty sage with a distinctly unsaturated, gray-green character. Its low chroma creates a sense of stability and natural harmony, making it a reliable choice for eco-conscious or medical branding. Because it is highly legible, black text works well on top for accessible body copy. Use this hex code as a soothing background base rather than a vibrant accent.
Questions about #a8baa3
What is #a8baa3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a8baa3 is rgb(168, 186, 163), in HSL hsl(107, 14%, 68%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 12%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #a8baa3 for a balanced palette?
Because #a8baa3 is a soft, unsaturated tone, it works best when anchored by high-contrast neutrals. Pairing it with a deep charcoal creates a sophisticated, grounding effect, while adding a touch of warm terracotta provides a complementary, earthy pop that feels organic and balanced.
Is #a8baa3 suitable for text-heavy interface designs?
Yes, #a8baa3 functions exceptionally well as a background color for interfaces because its low chroma prevents eye strain. When used as a surface, it provides high legibility for standard black or dark charcoal text, meeting modern readability and accessibility standards effortlessly.
Is #a8baa3 readable on white or black?
#a8baa3 has a 2.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.21:1 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.