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#B5A3C5

RGB
181, 163, 197
Brightness
172.7
HSL (°,%,%)
272°, 23%, 71%
HSV V %
77%
Lab
69.5, 13.0, -15.0
CMYK (%)
8%, 17%, 0%, 23%
PNG size
6.2 KB
Tone / Feel
light, soft cool hue
Black text 9.01:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 2.33:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (9.01:1 — AAA / AAA)

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Color Profile: #B5A3C5

Common Name: Lavender Gray

RGB: (181, 163, 197)

HSL: (252, 18%, 68%)

Contrast: White: 3.6 (AA pass), Black: 9.5 (AA pass)

Mood Blurb: This color exudes a calm, soft elegance, often associated with serenity and refined sophistication. Its balance of muted lavender and gray tones makes it popular in designs where subtlety and grace are key. The subdued yet classy nature of #B5A3C5 is often used to evoke a sense of tranquility or nostalgia.

Close Named Matches:

  • RAL 310 70 20 - Lavender Gray: #B5A3C5 - Exact match
  • Pantone Fashion Home Interiors - Lavendula: #BCA4CB - ΔE=3.59
  • Jotun Paint - Amethyne: #B3A1BF - ΔE=2.31
  • Behr Paint - Cyber Grape: #B9A5C6 - ΔE=1.28
  • Benjamin Moore - Hydrangea: #B599BE - ΔE=4.98

Why Designers Use It:

This color is favored in interior design, especially in spaces aiming for a modern, yet timeless look. Its gentle hue pairs well with both neutral tones and more vibrant colors, providing versatility across various design schemes. The soft gray undertones bring depth without overwhelming, making it an ideal choice for spaces where comfort and relaxation are prioritized. It’s especially popular in fashion design, where it works well in creating subtle, elegant accents or even entire outfits for a sophisticated look.

Palette neighbours

#4A5C3A Complement #C5B5A3 Triad 1 #A3C5B5 Triad 2 #C5A3C4 Analogous 1 #A4A3C5 Analogous 2