#ACA799 Hex Color
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A muted, dusty yellow with heavy gray undertones, #aca799 functions best as a stabilizing base rather than an accent. This grounded shade balances positivity with a reserved, organic feel. It works well in UI design paired with charcoal or deep navy for high readability. Because of its 8.7:1 contrast ratio against black text, the hex code #aca799 ensures accessibility for small body copy.
Questions about #aca799
What is #aca799 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aca799 is rgb(172, 167, 153), in HSL hsl(44, 10%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 11%, 33%.
How can I best use #aca799 in user interface design?
#aca799 functions as an excellent neutral foundation because of its balanced gray undertones and natural organic feel. It works exceptionally well when paired with high-contrast text colors like charcoal or deep navy to ensure accessibility and readability for small, dense body copy.
Does #aca799 appear warm or cool in a design layout?
While #aca799 technically sits within the yellow family, its heavy gray saturation gives it a distinctly cool and reserved character. It avoids the intensity of primary yellow, making it a sophisticated choice for designs that require a grounded and calm atmosphere.
Is #aca799 readable on white or black?
#aca799 has a 2.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.74:1 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.