#B5ABCF Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated violet sits on the cooler side of the spectrum. Because #b5abcf is so muted, it works well as a subtle background shade that provides a sense of calm without overwhelming the eye. Pair it with charcoal gray or deep plum for a sophisticated, high-contrast look. The hex code for this tint is #b5abcf, which meets accessibility standards for readable black text.
Questions about #b5abcf
What is #b5abcf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b5abcf is rgb(181, 171, 207), in HSL hsl(257, 27%, 74%) and in CMYK 13%, 17%, 0%, 19%.
Which color palettes work best with #b5abcf?
Is #b5abcf readable on white or black?
#b5abcf 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.