#A3B4D8 Hex Color
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#a3b4d8 is a light, dusty blue with ashy gray undertones and very low saturation. Its cool, pastel finish suggests softness and trust without feeling bright or childish. Use it as a supporting tone in healthcare, finance, security, or spring-themed designs, especially behind dark text. The hex code #a3b4d8 delivers about 10.1:1 contrast with black.
Questions about #a3b4d8
What is #a3b4d8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3b4d8 is rgb(163, 180, 216), in HSL hsl(221, 40%, 74%) and in CMYK 25%, 17%, 0%, 15%.
What colors pair well with #a3b4d8?
Pair #a3b4d8 with charcoal for readable UI text, or add muted terracotta in small accents to warm its cool, gray undertone without overpowering its soft, low-saturation character in buttons, icons, or illustrations.
Is #a3b4d8 warm or cool?
#a3b4d8 reads as a cool, dusty blue because its high lightness and low saturation soften the hue while its gray undertone keeps the blue cast restrained, making it feel gentle and controlled rather than vivid or energetic. That balance suits healthcare, finance, security, and spring-themed products.
Is #a3b4d8 readable on white or black?
#a3b4d8 has a 2.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.07:1 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.