#A95250 Hex Color
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This muted brick red is a dusty, unsaturated terracotta that reads grounded rather than aggressive. Because of its earthy, matte quality, the hex code #a95250 works best as a supporting element or accent rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted sage greens or creamy off-whites. White text remains legible over this shade, offering just enough contrast for readable UI copy.
Questions about #a95250
What is #a95250 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a95250 is rgb(169, 82, 80), in HSL hsl(1, 36%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 53%, 34%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
How should #a95250 be used in a color palette?
Use #a95250 as a supporting accent rather than a primary background to maintain visual balance. It pairs well with sage greens or warm off-whites, providing a grounded, earthy quality that prevents the overall design from feeling too aggressive or bright.
Does #a95250 work well with text?
Yes, this shade is dark enough to maintain readability when paired with white or very light neutral text. It creates a soft, matte contrast that is excellent for UI elements or buttons where you want a professional, less jarring look.
Is #a95250 readable on white or black?
#a95250 has a 5.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.00:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.