#BBB0AE Hex Color
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#bbb0ae is a dusty, ashy red with strong grey undertones. It lacks the aggression of pure red, favoring a muted, understated character instead. This shade works best as a neutral background or a supporting tone in design. Pair it with dark charcoal for a sophisticated, grounded look. Since it offers a 9.9:1 contrast ratio with black text, the hex code #bbb0ae is safe for readable body copy.
Questions about #bbb0ae
What is #bbb0ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bbb0ae is rgb(187, 176, 174), in HSL hsl(9, 9%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 7%, 27%.
What colors pair best with #bbb0ae in a design palette?
This muted shade works exceptionally well with charcoal to create a grounded, sophisticated look. Because of its dusty character, it also complements desaturated blues or warm taupes for a balanced, calming aesthetic that avoids the intensity of pure, saturated red tones.
Is #bbb0ae readable on white or black?
#bbb0ae has a 2.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.93:1 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.