#A5BCB5 Hex Color
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An ashy, lightly tinted teal, #a5bcb5 has low saturation and high lightness that give it a soft, balanced presence. The hex code #a5bcb5 suits healthcare, wellness, hospitality, and clear digital interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone with charcoal or warm white. Black text has about 10.5:1 contrast, while white text can look weak.
Questions about #a5bcb5
What is #a5bcb5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a5bcb5 is rgb(165, 188, 181), in HSL hsl(162, 15%, 69%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 4%, 26%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a5bcb5?
#a5bcb5 pairs well with charcoal for readable contrast, warm white for a softer layout, and muted terracotta for restrained warmth, while its gray-green cast suits navy in cooler, more formal palettes.
Is #a5bcb5 readable on white or black?
#a5bcb5 has a 2.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.46:1 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.