#A5D1F7 Hex Color

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#a5d1f7 is a pastel blue with a dusty, ashy undertone. Low saturation and high lightness keep the mood gentle, so it suits baby products, spring themes, and calm healthcare interfaces. It gives more character than what colors make white at a similar lightness. Navy and warm charcoal flatter it best. Black text hits about 13.1:1 contrast, well past WCAG AA. Use it for large background areas, not fine detail.

Questions about #a5d1f7

What is #a5d1f7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a5d1f7 is rgb(165, 209, 247), in HSL hsl(208, 84%, 81%) and in CMYK 33%, 15%, 0%, 3%.
What colors pair well with #a5d1f7?
It pairs well with navy, charcoal, and muted earth tones like taupe or sage. Navy gives it structure for finance or law enforcement themes, while warm neutrals stop the pastel from feeling too cold.
Is #a5d1f7 readable on white or black?
#a5d1f7 has a 1.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.06:1 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.