analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#A3ACD1 — Ash
#A3ACD1 is a light moderately saturated blue sitting at 228° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #A3ACD1
- f5f6fa
- d6daea
- b6beda
- 97a2cb
- 7885bb
- 5969ab
- 47558e
- 38436f
- 28304f
- 181d30
- 090a11
Color schemes using #A3ACD1
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#A3ACD1 FAQ
What color is #A3ACD1?
#A3ACD1 is a shade of ash in the blue family. It has a hue of 228 degrees, 33% saturation and 73% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #A3ACD1?
#A3ACD1 is rgb(163, 172, 209) in RGB, hsl(228, 33%, 73%) in HSL, and cmyk(22%, 18%, 0%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #A3ACD1?
White text on this background reaches 2.24:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.38:1.
What colors go well with #A3ACD1?
Its direct complement is #D1C8A3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #D1B1A3 and #C3D1A3 gives you contrast without the vibration.