#AD7498 Hex Color
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#ad7498 is a dusty, unsaturated magenta with a matte finish. This muted tone brings a sense of calm and tenderness, making it useful for feminine branding and cosmetics. As a background, it provides a sophisticated surface that easily supports dark typography. With a 5.7:1 contrast ratio against black text, this hex code is a practical choice for readable interface designs and supporting UI elements.
Questions about #ad7498
What is #ad7498 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ad7498 is rgb(173, 116, 152), in HSL hsl(322, 26%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 12%, 32%.
What colors pair best with #ad7498 for a balanced palette?
#ad7498 pairs beautifully with soft charcoal for high-readability text or creamy off-white for a clean background. Because it is a muted magenta, it also looks refined when accented with muted sage or warm, sandy beige tones.
Is #ad7498 readable on white or black?
#ad7498 has a 3.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.72:1 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.