#A3A6B0 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy indigo functions as an excellent neutral base for sophisticated interfaces. Because it lacks high saturation, #a3a6b0 avoids the visual intensity of pure blues, pairing well with muted ochre or charcoal. It provides enough contrast against black text for accessible body copy, making it a reliable, readable choice for technical layouts or minimalist branding. The hex code for this cool tone is #a3a6b0.
Questions about #a3a6b0
What is #a3a6b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3a6b0 is rgb(163, 166, 176), in HSL hsl(226, 8%, 66%) and in CMYK 7%, 6%, 0%, 31%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with the muted tone of #a3a6b0?
Is #a3a6b0 readable on white or black?
#a3a6b0 has a 2.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.63:1 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.