Dark Gray

Q: How do I use #A5AEC0 in CSS?

You can use #A5AEC0 in CSS with: background-color: #A5AEC0; or color: #A5AEC0; or as an RGB value: rgb(165, 174, 192). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 9%, 0%, 25%.

#A5AEC0

Dark Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #A5AEC0. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 165, 174, 192 in digital design or CMYK 14%, 9%, 0%, 25% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Gray Color Values

HEX: #A5AEC0
RGB: 165, 174, 192
HSL: 220°, 18%, 70%
CMYK: 14, 9, 0, 25

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dark Gray sits at 220° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 18% saturation and 70% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, cool colors like Dark Gray work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Dark Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 14%, 9%, 0%, 25% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Dark Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #A5AEC0;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 165, 174, 192;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#A5AEC0',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 14%
M: 9%
Y: 0%
K: 25%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(165, 174, 192)
rgba(165, 174, 192, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

19 brand s with colors near 220° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #A5AEC0?

#A5AEC0 is Dark Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 165, 174, 192. It has a hue of 220°, 18% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #A5AEC0?

The RGB color code for #A5AEC0 is rgb(165, 174, 192). This means it contains 165 red, 174 green, and 192 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dark Gray a warm or cool color?

Dark Gray (#A5AEC0) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #A5AEC0 in CSS?

You can use #A5AEC0 in CSS with: background-color: #A5AEC0; or color: #A5AEC0; or as an RGB value: rgb(165, 174, 192). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 9%, 0%, 25%.