#AE928E Hex Color
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This ashy, dusty red carries a muted saturation that keeps it grounded rather than aggressive. Because it leans toward grey, #ae928e works best as a supporting tone in brand palettes rather than a primary color. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or slate blues to balance its warmth. With a 7.3:1 contrast ratio against black, this hex code remains highly readable for small body text.
Questions about #ae928e
What is #ae928e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ae928e is rgb(174, 146, 142), in HSL hsl(8, 16%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 18%, 32%.
What colors best complement #ae928e in a design palette?
#ae928e works best when paired with deep, cool-toned neutrals that provide necessary contrast. Try combining it with charcoal or slate blue to balance the warmth of the red and keep your overall composition looking professional and grounded.
Is #ae928e readable on white or black?
#ae928e has a 2.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.30:1 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.