#B1B8C0 Hex Color
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#b1b8c0 is a muted, dusty blue with strong gray undertones, giving it an ashy, controlled appearance. Its light, low-saturation finish suggests trust and reliability without feeling cold or vivid. Use the hex code #b1b8c0 as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, or technology interfaces, paired with black text for clear, accessible body copy.
Questions about #b1b8c0
What is #b1b8c0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b1b8c0 is rgb(177, 184, 192), in HSL hsl(212, 11%, 72%) and in CMYK 8%, 4%, 0%, 25%.
What colors pair well with #b1b8c0?
Is #b1b8c0 a warm or cool color?
#b1b8c0 reads as a cool color because its blue-gray base and low saturation create an ashy, controlled appearance, while its light value keeps the shade gentle rather than icy for calm interfaces and backgrounds that need a dependable tone.
Is #b1b8c0 readable on white or black?
#b1b8c0 has a 2.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.48:1 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.