analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#A3AEDB — Ash
#A3AEDB 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 #A3AEDB
- f4f5fb
- d2d8ee
- b0bae0
- 8f9cd3
- 6d7fc6
- 4b61b9
- 3c4e99
- 2f3d78
- 212c56
- 141b34
- 070912
Color schemes using #A3AEDB
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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#A3AEDB FAQ
What color is #A3AEDB?
#A3AEDB is a shade of ash in the blue family. It has a hue of 228 degrees, 44% saturation and 75% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #A3AEDB?
#A3AEDB is rgb(163, 174, 219) in RGB, hsl(228, 44%, 75%) in HSL, and cmyk(26%, 21%, 0%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #A3AEDB?
White text on this background reaches 2.18:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.63:1.
What colors go well with #A3AEDB?
Its direct complement is #DBD0A3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #DBB4A3 and #CADBA3 gives you contrast without the vibration.