#A3BFD9 Hex Color
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Soft and muted, #a3bfd9 is a dusty pastel blue with gray undertones and low saturation. Its light, gentle appearance suits healthcare, finance, security, and spring-themed designs without feeling stark. Use it as a dominant interface background with charcoal or navy text. Black text achieves about 11:1 contrast. The hex code is #a3bfd9.
Questions about #a3bfd9
What is #a3bfd9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3bfd9 is rgb(163, 191, 217), in HSL hsl(209, 42%, 75%) and in CMYK 25%, 12%, 0%, 15%.
What colors pair well with #a3bfd9?
#a3bfd9 pairs well with charcoal or navy for readable text, while white and pale neutrals preserve its airy feel. Warm accents such as terracotta can add balance without overwhelming the dusty blue.
What is the best text color for #a3bfd9?
Black text is the safest high-contrast choice for #a3bfd9, reaching roughly an 11:1 contrast ratio. Deep charcoal or navy can also suit its cool tone, but check the exact ratio for your font size and weight.
Is #a3bfd9 readable on white or black?
#a3bfd9 has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.01:1 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.