Locust
#A8AF8E  ·  hsl(72.73, 17.1%, 62.16%)
Tints & Shades
#2C2E21
#464A35
#606648
#7A825C
#939B72
#A8AF8E
#B5BB9F
#C2C7B0
#CFD3C1
#DCDFD2
#E9EBE3
Color Values
Hex #A8AF8E
RGB 168, 175, 142
HSL hsl(72.73, 17.1%, 62.16%)
CMYK 4, 0, 19, 31
CSS Variable
--color-locust: #A8AF8E;
Contrast Checker
On White
Zarighar
Bridal & formal wear
2.29:1 ratio
AA Normal ❌ AA Large ❌ AAA ❌
On Black
Zarighar
Bridal & formal wear
9.19:1 ratio
AA Normal ✅ AA Large ✅ AAA ✅
About this color

Locust — A locust is technically just a specific type of grasshopper in a swarming stage, but the color Locust draws its inspiration from the physical color change that accompanies the shift from grasshopper to locust.

✨ Zarighar Bridal & Textile Studio Exclusive Feature

Preview how Locust looks across luxury bridal fabrics, metallic embellishments, and South Asian wedding venue lighting — combined in one view.

Pure Katan / Banarsi Silk  +  ☀️ Daylight
✨ Multi-Piece Styling

Pair Locust as the primary bridal piece with culturally harmonized Dupatta, Groom Sherwani, and Turban accents:

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🧵 Atelier 3D Physics · دھوپ چھاؤں

Tactile Fabric Physics & Complexion Harmony

Simulate how Locust reflects and moves on pure South Asian luxury silks, sweep the spotlight angle, and evaluate resonance against skin undertones.

✨ Weave in Dhoop Chhaon Compare →
High-luster directional sheen with fluid drape and luminous specular highlights.
✨ Zari Wirework:
🌊 3D Drape Folds:
Depth:
🪞 Rang & Roop · رنگ و روپ

Complexion Resonance

Test how Locust harmonizes with South Asian skin undertones under venue lighting.

96 / 100
Imperial Royal Contrast
Skin Complexion
Draped Fabric

💎 Heirloom Jewelry:
✨ Zari & Trims:
✨ Bespoke Atelier Service

Bring Locust to Life in Haute Couture

Enamored by this exact hue? Our master dyers and artisans at Zarighar can formulate custom-dyed pure silks, raw fabrics, velvets, and hand-embroidery in Locust (#A8AF8E) for your bridal trousseau or bespoke occasion wear.

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Direct WhatsApp Consultation

Connect directly with Zarighar's bridal colorists to discuss custom fabric dyeing, silhouette pairings, and embellishment matching.

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Physical Fabric Swatch Sample

Request a physical swatched sample card dyed in Locust in Pure Katan Silk, Raw Silk, or Velvet dispatched to your door.

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Atelier Fabric Spec Sheet

Generate an official archival A4 PDF specification sheet with fabric metrics, Zari finish, and scannable QR code.

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Occasion Harmony: Mehndi & Sangeet

Festive high-contrast evening, vibrant henna greens, celebratory fuchsia, and mirror tilla.

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