#B0ACA9 Hex Color
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The hex code #b0aca9 is a muted, ashy neutral with a dusty finish and slight warm undertones. Its restrained lightness suits UI backgrounds, architecture, and minimal product design, especially with black typography, which meets WCAG AA for body text at about 9.3:1 contrast. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for a polished, professional interface.
Questions about #b0aca9
What is #b0aca9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b0aca9 is rgb(176, 172, 169), in HSL hsl(26, 4%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 4%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #b0aca9?
The hex color #b0aca9 pairs well with charcoal and deep navy, which sharpen its muted warmth while preserving a calm, professional feel; white creates a lighter look, while terracotta adds restrained warmth.
Is #b0aca9 readable on white or black?
#b0aca9 has a 2.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.31:1 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.