#AEB3B8 Hex Color
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#aeb3b8 is a light, low-saturation grey with cool blue undertones and an ashy, dusty finish. Its restrained character suggests balance, practicality, and professional calm. The hex code #aeb3b8 works well as a supporting tone for interfaces, typography, product design, and architecture, though it can look washed out beside white. Black text reaches about 9.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #aeb3b8
What is #aeb3b8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aeb3b8 is rgb(174, 179, 184), in HSL hsl(210, 7%, 70%) and in CMYK 5%, 3%, 0%, 28%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #aeb3b8?
#aeb3b8 pairs well with navy for a crisp, professional contrast, while muted terracotta adds warmth without overwhelming its low saturation. Use the grey as a supporting field, then reserve stronger colors for controls or focal details.
Is #aeb3b8 readable on white or black?
#aeb3b8 has a 2.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.93:1 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.