Silver

Q: How do I use #A5C0C0 in CSS?

You can use #A5C0C0 in CSS with: background-color: #A5C0C0; or color: #A5C0C0; or as an RGB value: rgb(165, 192, 192). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 0%, 0%, 25%.

#A5C0C0

Silver is a cool light color with the hex code #A5C0C0. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 165, 192, 192 in digital design or CMYK 14%, 0%, 0%, 25% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Silver Color Values

HEX: #A5C0C0
RGB: 165, 192, 192
HSL: 180°, 18%, 70%
CMYK: 14, 0, 0, 25

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Silver sits at 180° 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 Silver work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Silver in print, the CMYK breakdown of 14%, 0%, 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 Silver

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #A5C0C0;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 165, 192, 192;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#A5C0C0',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

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

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

RGB for Screens

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

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 180° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #A5C0C0?

#A5C0C0 is Silver, a cool light color with RGB values of 165, 192, 192. It has a hue of 180°, 18% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #A5C0C0?

The RGB color code for #A5C0C0 is rgb(165, 192, 192). This means it contains 165 red, 192 green, and 192 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Silver a warm or cool color?

Silver (#A5C0C0) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #A5C0C0 in CSS?

You can use #A5C0C0 in CSS with: background-color: #A5C0C0; or color: #A5C0C0; or as an RGB value: rgb(165, 192, 192). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 0%, 0%, 25%.