#B4BEC5 Hex Color
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#b4bec5 is a light, muted blue with ashy gray undertones and a dusty, nearly neutral finish. Its restrained saturation suggests reliability and control, making it a strong supporting tone for security, finance, healthcare, and technology interfaces. Use black text for clear small copy, with about 11.1:1 contrast for WCAG AA compliance. The hex code is #b4bec5.
Questions about #b4bec5
What is #b4bec5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b4bec5 is rgb(180, 190, 197), in HSL hsl(205, 13%, 74%) and in CMYK 9%, 4%, 0%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #b4bec5?
#b4bec5 pairs well with charcoal, navy, muted teal, and warm wood tones, which give its cool blue-gray base enough contrast while preserving the restrained, nearly neutral look that makes it easy to layer. Soft white creates a lighter palette, while burgundy adds a stronger accent.
Does #b4bec5 read as warm or cool?
#b4bec5 reads as a cool color because its blue base and gray cast outweigh any warmth, creating a dusty, controlled appearance rather than a creamy or earthy one in most settings. Its low saturation keeps the cool effect subtle instead of bright or icy.
Is #b4bec5 readable on white or black?
#b4bec5 has a 1.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.11:1 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.