#B4C3D5 Hex Color
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Muted and pale, #b4c3d5 is a blue-gray shade with a soft, ashy cast. Its lightness creates an airy, dependable feel suited to healthcare, finance, and government interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with black text for strong readability. The hex code #b4c3d5 also pairs well with navy and warm white.
Questions about #b4c3d5
What is #b4c3d5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b4c3d5 is rgb(180, 195, 213), in HSL hsl(213, 28%, 77%) and in CMYK 15%, 8%, 0%, 16%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #b4c3d5 work well with black text?
Yes, #b4c3d5 offers strong contrast with black text, making it a practical choice for readable interface backgrounds, labels, and body copy when the surrounding design keeps the text size and weight appropriate. White text has much weaker contrast here, so verify any final pairing with a contrast checker.
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Is #b4c3d5 readable on white or black?
#b4c3d5 has a 1.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.70:1 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.