#A3B4B9 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted cyan carries a distinct gray cast that softens its presence. As a low-chroma shade, #a3b4b9 works best as a supporting tone in UI layouts rather than a primary background, where it can easily appear washed out. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm terracotta accents. Since it offers high contrast with black text, this hex code is a reliable choice for accessible typography.
Questions about #a3b4b9
What is #a3b4b9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3b4b9 is rgb(163, 180, 185), in HSL hsl(194, 14%, 68%) and in CMYK 12%, 3%, 0%, 27%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #a3b4b9 in a design palette?
#a3b4b9 works exceptionally well with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft rust, which provide a needed contrast to its cool, gray-cast nature. It also functions as a sophisticated neutral when grounded against deep charcoal or slate grays.
Is #a3b4b9 readable on white or black?
#a3b4b9 has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.78:1 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.