#BBB4B7 Hex Color
A grounded and versatile dusty grey
This dusty grey provides a grounded, neutral base for minimal UI designs. It leans into an ashy tone that pairs well with muted pastels or dark charcoal. Because black text offers a strong 10.3:1 contrast ratio, this shade works reliably for readable body copy rather than overwhelming layouts. The hex code for this versatile color is #bbb4b7.
Questions about #bbb4b7
What is #bbb4b7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bbb4b7 is rgb(187, 180, 183), in HSL hsl(334, 5%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 2%, 27%.
Does #bbb4b7 function well as primary text in a UI design?
Using #bbb4b7 for large headings or UI elements is acceptable, but it lacks sufficient contrast for small body copy. To maintain WCAG compliance, pair it with dark charcoal or deep black text to ensure the content remains readable for all users.
What colors pair best with the muted tone of #bbb4b7?
#bbb4b7 serves as an excellent neutral base that balances well with soft, earthy tones. It creates a sophisticated, calm aesthetic when placed alongside muted olive or dusty rose, allowing those richer colors to stand out without competing.
Is #bbb4b7 readable on white or black?
#bbb4b7 has a 2.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.32:1 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.