#A96C70 Hex Color
Dusty warmth with muted romance
The hex code #a96c70 is a muted, warm red with dusty brown and gray undertones. Its mellow, matte quality suits supporting elements, editorial branding, romance, and food-focused designs. Pair it with deep navy or soft cream for contrast. Black text reads clearly against this shade, supporting accessible labels and body copy in interfaces.
Questions about #a96c70
What is #a96c70 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a96c70 is rgb(169, 108, 112), in HSL hsl(356, 26%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 34%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #a96c70?
Does #a96c70 read as warm or cool?
#a96c70 reads as warm and muted because its red base is softened by dusty brown and gray undertones, giving it a mellow, grounded, quietly romantic mood instead of a bright, energetic appearance.
Is #a96c70 readable on white or black?
#a96c70 has a 4.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.06:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.