#A0A3BD Hex Color
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Ashy and dusty, this muted indigo tone carries a gray-purple undertone that feels grounded rather than vivid. Because it is highly unsaturated, #a0a3bd works best as a supporting neutral or a soft background rather than a main feature. It pairs well with charcoal or off-white. The hex code #a0a3bd maintains high contrast against black text, making it a functional choice for readable UI interfaces.
Questions about #a0a3bd
What is #a0a3bd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a0a3bd is rgb(160, 163, 189), in HSL hsl(234, 18%, 68%) and in CMYK 15%, 14%, 0%, 26%.
When should I use #a0a3bd in a design?
Use #a0a3bd as a low-saturation backdrop when you want to avoid stark whites or harsh grays. It works exceptionally well in user interfaces to create a soft, calming environment without sacrificing the readability of black or dark charcoal text elements.
Is #a0a3bd considered a cool or warm color?
#a0a3bd leans cool due to its indigo base, though the heavy gray influence pulls it toward a neutral territory. Because of this balance, it pairs harmoniously with warm accents like terracotta or remains understated when paired alongside cool slate tones.
Is #a0a3bd readable on white or black?
#a0a3bd has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.46:1 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.