#AFA9A5 Hex Color
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This dusty, neutral grey functions as a steady base for minimal design systems. Because #afa9a5 sits at a moderate lightness, it provides enough contrast for black body text to meet accessibility standards without the harshness of pure white. Use this hex code for interface backgrounds where you need a restrained, professional tone that avoids drawing focus away from your primary content or data.
Questions about #afa9a5
What is #afa9a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #afa9a5 is rgb(175, 169, 165), in HSL hsl(24, 6%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 6%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #afa9a5?
Because #afa9a5 is a neutral grey, it pairs beautifully with deep charcoal, navy blue, or muted earth tones to create a balanced palette. Use it as a steady foundation to allow brighter accent colors to stand out effectively in your design.
Is #afa9a5 readable on white or black?
#afa9a5 has a 2.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.04:1 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.