#B5C2B9 Hex Color
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This desaturated, ash-green offers a grounded, airy quality perfect for minimalist UI backgrounds. Because it is light and faded, it can wash out against white; however, it provides excellent contrast for dark charcoal typography. The hex code for this delicate, balanced shade is #b5c2b9. It pairs well with earthy terracotta or muted blues to maintain a clean, organic aesthetic across branding projects.
Questions about #b5c2b9
What is #b5c2b9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b5c2b9 is rgb(181, 194, 185), in HSL hsl(138, 10%, 74%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 5%, 24%.
What colors pair well with #b5c2b9?
Because #b5c2b9 is a muted, neutral green, it pairs best with terracotta for an earthy balance or deep charcoal for high-contrast, readable text. It also works well with dusty blue tones to maintain a calm, professional, and organic aesthetic.
Is #b5c2b9 considered a warm or cool green?
#b5c2b9 leans toward the cool side of the spectrum due to its strong gray undertones. This makes it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you want to provide a sense of calmness without the vibrancy of a traditional bright green.
Is #b5c2b9 readable on white or black?
#b5c2b9 has a 1.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.38:1 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.