#91A4B0 Hex Color
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This dusty blue acts as a reliable, muted mid-tone. With strong gray undertones, #91a4b0 pairs best with crisp whites or deep charcoal to avoid looking muddy. It functions as a steady supporting color for security or finance branding where neutrality is required. Because it offers high contrast with black text, it works well for readable interface backgrounds. The hex code for this ashy blue is #91a4b0.
Questions about #91a4b0
What is #91a4b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #91a4b0 is rgb(145, 164, 176), in HSL hsl(203, 16%, 63%) and in CMYK 18%, 7%, 0%, 31%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively pair #91a4b0 in UI design?
#91a4b0 functions best as a neutral background or support color when paired with crisp white for maximum readability. For a professional aesthetic, anchor the design with deep charcoal text to prevent the blue from appearing muddy or washed out.
Does #91a4b0 read as a warm or cool color?
This color sits firmly on the cool side of the spectrum due to its strong gray undertones. Because it lacks saturation, it feels more composed and restrained than vibrant sky blues, making it ideal for stable, serious design applications.
Is #91a4b0 readable on white or black?
#91a4b0 has a 2.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.14:1 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.