#ACA1A1 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy red feels muted and grounded rather than urgent. Because of its low saturation and grey undertones, #aca1a1 lacks the intensity of brighter reds, making it a sophisticated choice for backgrounds or supporting secondary elements. It pairs well with charcoal or cream to maintain readability. The hex code for this color is #aca1a1.
Questions about #aca1a1
What is #aca1a1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aca1a1 is rgb(172, 161, 161), in HSL hsl(0, 6%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 6%, 33%.
What colors pair best with #aca1a1 in a design scheme?
#aca1a1 works exceptionally well when balanced against deep neutrals like charcoal or warm off-whites like cream to maintain visual readability. Because it is a muted, desaturated red, it also harmonizes beautifully with soft taupe or muted sage tones for a grounded, earthy palette.
Is #aca1a1 considered a warm or cool color?
While technically a red hue, #aca1a1 reads as a neutral or slightly warm-leaning shade because of its heavy grey desaturation. It lacks the aggressive energy of bright cherry reds, making it a sophisticated, calm alternative for when you need subtle color without overwhelming the user.
Is #aca1a1 readable on white or black?
#aca1a1 has a 2.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.36:1 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.