#93AEB0 Hex Color
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#93aeb0 is a muted, dusty cyan with a strong grey undertone. Because it sits at a mid-range lightness, it serves well as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft charcoal or warm terracotta to add contrast. Since black text provides excellent readability against this hex code, it is a practical choice for UI elements where clarity matters.
Questions about #93aeb0
What is #93aeb0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #93aeb0 is rgb(147, 174, 176), in HSL hsl(184, 16%, 63%) and in CMYK 16%, 1%, 0%, 31%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair best with #93aeb0?
#93aeb0 works best with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal to maintain readability in UI design. For a warmer, organic palette, pair it with earthy tones like terracotta, which balances the cool, dusty nature of the cyan base.
Is #93aeb0 readable on white or black?
#93aeb0 has a 2.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.92:1 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.