#ACA59B Hex Color
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The hex code #aca59b describes a dusty, ashy orange with low saturation and a soft gray cast. Its warm taupe character supports optimism and creativity without feeling loud. Use it as a supporting tone in food, beverage, autumn, or youth-focused palettes. Black text provides strong readability, while white can make this muted shade look subdued.
Questions about #aca59b
What is #aca59b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aca59b is rgb(172, 165, 155), in HSL hsl(35, 9%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 10%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #aca59b?
The muted warmth of #aca59b pairs well with charcoal for readable contrast, navy for a stronger editorial feel, and dusty sage for a softer natural palette across packaging, branding, and interface accents. Keep brighter colors to small accents so the gray cast remains intentional.
Is #aca59b readable on white or black?
#aca59b has a 2.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.60:1 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.