#90A5AC Hex Color
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#90a5ac is a muted cyan-gray with dusty blue undertones and a soft, ashy finish. Its light, low-saturation character suggests freedom, trust, and refreshing clarity without feeling bright. Use it as a supporting tone in technology, aerospace, or productivity interfaces, paired with charcoal or warm cream. The hex code #90a5ac supports clear black text at body sizes.
Questions about #90a5ac
What is #90a5ac in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #90a5ac is rgb(144, 165, 172), in HSL hsl(195, 14%, 62%) and in CMYK 16%, 4%, 0%, 33%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #90a5ac?
Pair #90a5ac with charcoal for clear contrast, warm cream for a softer balance, or dusty terracotta for a muted complementary accent that brings warmth without overpowering its cool, ashy character.
Does #90a5ac read as warm or cool?
The cool reading comes from its muted cyan base and dusty blue undertones, while the grayness softens saturation rather than adding much warmth to the overall appearance on screen and in print.
Is #90a5ac readable on white or black?
#90a5ac has a 2.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.16:1 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.