#B3BBD3 Hex Color
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The color of worn denim under an overcast sky, #b3bbd3 is a dusty indigo with strong gray undertones. Its very low saturation keeps things steady, which suits finance, healthcare, and government work. Treat it as a supporting tone rather than a star; next to plain white it can look washed out. Black text on it hits roughly 11:1 contrast, well past WCAG AA for body copy.
Questions about #b3bbd3
What is #b3bbd3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b3bbd3 is rgb(179, 187, 211), in HSL hsl(225, 27%, 76%) and in CMYK 15%, 11%, 0%, 17%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b3bbd3?
Warm rust and terracotta give this muted indigo a useful spark, while charcoal keeps the mood grounded. Avoid soft grays and pale blues nearby, since they blend into it and flatten the whole palette.
Is #b3bbd3 readable on white or black?
#b3bbd3 has a 1.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.96:1 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.