#ADB9B8 Hex Color
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#adb9b8 is a muted, dusty cyan with strong grey undertones. This desaturated tone functions well as a neutral base for tech or aerospace interfaces, where it offers a refreshing alternative to standard whites or greys. It provides excellent contrast for black text, ensuring readability in UI design. Because it lacks intensity, pair it with deeper charcoal or vibrant orange accents to prevent the palette from feeling washed out.
Questions about #adb9b8
What is #adb9b8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #adb9b8 is rgb(173, 185, 184), in HSL hsl(175, 8%, 70%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 1%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #adb9b8 for UI design?
Does #adb9b8 read as a warm or cool color?
#adb9b8 leans distinctly cool due to its cyan origins, though the heavy grey desaturation keeps it feeling balanced and neutral. Because it lacks intense pigment, it behaves more like a sophisticated backdrop than a vibrant, active color in most compositions.
Is #adb9b8 readable on white or black?
#adb9b8 has a 2.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.40:1 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.