Bashful Emu
A stable ashy grey for professional balance
Bashful Emu is an ashy, dusty grey with minimal saturation. It functions as a stable, neutral backdrop, proving far more readable for small text than lighter shades. Pair this hex code, #b2b0ac, with deep charcoals or muted earth tones to create a balanced, professional interface. Avoid using it alongside stark white backgrounds, as it may appear washed out or muddy at large scales.
Questions about Bashful Emu
What is the hex code for Bashful Emu?
Bashful Emu is #b2b0ac. In RGB that is rgb(178, 176, 172), in HSL hsl(40, 4%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 3%, 30%.
Does #b2b0ac work well for body text?
Bashful Emu is highly effective for body text because it provides a softer contrast than pure black without sacrificing legibility. Using this shade keeps layouts readable while maintaining a professional, understated interface that is easier on the eyes during prolonged reading.
What colors pair best with #b2b0ac?
Pair #b2b0ac with deep charcoal or dark navy to ground the design without creating harsh edges. Because this grey is dusty and muted, it also harmonizes beautifully with soft terracotta or dusty olive tones for a sophisticated, natural palette.
Is Bashful Emu readable on white or black?
Bashful Emu has a 2.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.69:1 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.