analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ADB0CD — Ash
#ADB0CD is a light desaturated blue sitting at 234° 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.
#adb0cd
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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #ADB0CD
- f6f6f9
- d8dae7
- bbbed6
- 9ea2c4
- 8186b2
- 646aa0
- 515684
- 3f4367
- 2d304a
- 1c1d2d
- 0a0a10
Color schemes using #ADB0CD
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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#ADB0CD FAQ
What color is #ADB0CD?
#ADB0CD is a shade of ash in the blue family. It has a hue of 234 degrees, 24% saturation and 74% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #ADB0CD?
#ADB0CD is rgb(173, 176, 205) in RGB, hsl(234, 24%, 74%) in HSL, and cmyk(16%, 14%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ADB0CD?
White text on this background reaches 2.13:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.87:1.
What colors go well with #ADB0CD?
Its direct complement is #CDC9AD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CDBAAD and #C0CDAD gives you contrast without the vibration.