#BBAB9C Hex Color
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Reach for #bbab9c when a layout needs warmth without noise. This dusty tan is orange pulled back with gray, so it reads soft and earthy instead of bright. It works best as a supporting tone behind rust, deep brown, or charcoal accents. Black text on it clears WCAG AA at about 9.4:1, which makes the hex code a safe pick for calm UI backgrounds and autumn packaging.
Questions about #bbab9c
What is #bbab9c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bbab9c is rgb(187, 171, 156), in HSL hsl(29, 19%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 17%, 27%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #bbab9c?
Dusty orange #bbab9c pairs well with charcoal, deep forest green, and rust. Its gray undertone keeps combinations muted, so skip bright saturated hues that would overpower it.
Is #bbab9c readable on white or black?
#bbab9c has a 2.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.41:1 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.