Dark Gray

Q: How do I use #B5A6BF in CSS?

You can use #B5A6BF in CSS with: background-color: #B5A6BF; or color: #B5A6BF; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 166, 191). For print design, use CMYK: 5%, 13%, 0%, 25%.

#B5A6BF

Dark Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #B5A6BF. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 181, 166, 191 in digital design or CMYK 5%, 13%, 0%, 25% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Gray Color Values

HEX: #B5A6BF
RGB: 181, 166, 191
HSL: 276°, 16%, 70%
CMYK: 5, 13, 0, 25

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dark Gray sits at 276° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 16% 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 5%, 13%, 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: #B5A6BF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 181, 166, 191;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B5A6BF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 5%
M: 13%
Y: 0%
K: 25%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(181, 166, 191)
rgba(181, 166, 191, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 276° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B5A6BF?

#B5A6BF is Dark Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 181, 166, 191. It has a hue of 276°, 16% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #B5A6BF?

The RGB color code for #B5A6BF is rgb(181, 166, 191). This means it contains 181 red, 166 green, and 191 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dark Gray a warm or cool color?

Dark Gray (#B5A6BF) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #B5A6BF in CSS?

You can use #B5A6BF in CSS with: background-color: #B5A6BF; or color: #B5A6BF; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 166, 191). For print design, use CMYK: 5%, 13%, 0%, 25%.