#A3A7C5 Hex Color
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#a3a7c5 is a dusty, unsaturated indigo defined by cool gray undertones. This muted shade functions as a calm, structural base for modern UI design or meditation apps. Since this hex code provides excellent contrast against black text, it remains highly readable for body copy. Use it alongside deep charcoal or matte navy to avoid a washed-out appearance on white backgrounds.
Questions about #a3a7c5
What is #a3a7c5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3a7c5 is rgb(163, 167, 197), in HSL hsl(233, 23%, 71%) and in CMYK 17%, 15%, 0%, 23%.
What colors pair best with #a3a7c5?
Use high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep navy to anchor this dusty indigo without washing it out. If you need a softer approach, pair it with muted cream or pale stone to maintain its calm, structural aesthetic.
Is #a3a7c5 readable on white or black?
#a3a7c5 has a 2.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.89:1 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.