#BBBCCB Hex Color
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This dusty indigo reads as a cool, desaturated neutral with prominent grey undertones. It brings a sense of structural order to minimalist interfaces or modern brand palettes. Because black text provides a high 11.2:1 contrast against it, you can safely use this color for body copy. The hex code for this ashy shade is #bbbccb. Pair it with deep charcoal to anchor its airy character.
Questions about #bbbccb
What is #bbbccb in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bbbccb is rgb(187, 188, 203), in HSL hsl(236, 13%, 76%) and in CMYK 8%, 7%, 0%, 20%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #bbbccb in a UI design?
#bbbccb works exceptionally well as a primary neutral for backgrounds or muted borders because it provides a structural, calm appearance. Since it offers a high 11.2:1 contrast ratio against black text, it is safe to use for accessible body copy.
What colors pair best with #bbbccb?
To ground the airy, light character of #bbbccb, pair it with deep charcoal or soft slate tones to create a balanced contrast. You can also mix it with warm, desaturated pastels to add depth without losing its minimalist edge.
Is #bbbccb readable on white or black?
#bbbccb has a 1.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.16:1 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.