#B3BDC7
- Brightness
- 187.3
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 210°, 15%, 74%
- HSV V %
- 78%
- Lab
- 76.1, -1.5, -6.2
- CMYK (%)
- 10%, 5%, 0%, 22%
- PNG size
- 5.9 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted cool hue
Black text
11.02:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.91:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (11.02:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #B3BDC7
Common Name: Dusty Blue
RGB: (179, 189, 199)
HSL: (202°, 15%, 75%)
Contrast with White: 62.3:1 (AA Pass)
Contrast with Black: 3.8:1 (AA Fail)
Mood: Dusty blue evokes calm and understated elegance. Its soft, muted tone lends itself to sophistication and subtlety. Popular in modern design, it offers a cool, tranquil atmosphere, perfect for creating serene spaces or adding a touch of refinement to any project. This color is often associated with the sky on an overcast day, lending it a sense of peaceful neutrality.
Close Named Matches:
- BS 2660 Steel Blue (#BEC9CC) - A soft, silvery blue with a slightly warmer touch.
- Pantone Solid Uncoated 7543 U (#AFB8BF) - A muted, cool grey-blue with sophisticated undertones.
- Dulux COUNTRY SKY (#B8C7CC) - A light, tranquil grey-blue, perfect for neutral spaces.
- PPG Stormy (#B0BCC3) - A soft and subdued blue-grey ideal for relaxed, modern interiors.
Why Designers Use It:
- Dusty blue is frequently used in interior design for creating peaceful, calming environments. It fits well in both contemporary and traditional styles, offering a sense of sophistication without being too bold.
- The color's versatile nature allows it to complement a wide range of other tones, making it a staple in modern color palettes. It’s particularly favored in spaces that require tranquility, such as bedrooms and lounges.
- In the fashion industry, dusty blue offers a refined alternative to brighter, more intense blues, making it popular in both casual and formal wear.
- Dusty blue is associated with natural elements, often reminiscent of misty skies or the ocean, and is also used to evoke a sense of nostalgia or vintage appeal in branding and packaging.