#AD8799 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated pink feels mellow and warm, bringing a sense of softness to any design palette. With a high contrast ratio against black text, the hex code #ad8799 works well for readable body copy. Use it as a dominant background color in branding or romantic UI elements, as it pairs effectively with dark charcoals and muted earth tones.
Questions about #ad8799
What is #ad8799 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ad8799 is rgb(173, 135, 153), in HSL hsl(332, 19%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 12%, 32%.
Does #ad8799 read as a warm or cool color?
#ad8799 leans into the warm side of the color spectrum because of its dusty, rose-like undertones. It creates a comforting, approachable feeling rather than the clinical coolness of a pure blue-based gray, making it ideal for spaces needing gentle human connection.
What colors pair best with #ad8799 for professional design?
Is #ad8799 readable on white or black?
#ad8799 has a 3.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.70:1 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.