#B3B5BA Hex Color
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Dusty and ashy, #b3b5ba functions as a reliable neutral base for interface design. It provides excellent legibility for black text, easily passing accessibility standards for body copy. The hex code for this stable grey is #b3b5ba. Use it in minimal compositions to anchor bolder colors, but be cautious, as it can appear slightly washed out when placed directly adjacent to pure white backgrounds.
Questions about #b3b5ba
What is #b3b5ba in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b3b5ba is rgb(179, 181, 186), in HSL hsl(223, 5%, 72%) and in CMYK 4%, 3%, 0%, 27%.
Does #b3b5ba work well for body text?
Yes, #b3b5ba functions as a reliable neutral base for interface design that provides excellent legibility for black text. It meets accessibility standards for body copy, though you should avoid placing it directly against pure white to prevent a washed-out appearance.
What kind of color schemes work with #b3b5ba?
Is #b3b5ba readable on white or black?
#b3b5ba has a 2.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.23:1 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.