Rose Ashes
Also known as: Kid Gloves, Silver Service, Mystical Grey, Grey Scape
As a soft take on gray, Rose Ashes carries neutral and understated energy that suits architecture and editorial layouts. Its complement lands in gray territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (9.45:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Rose Ashes color codes
- HEX
- #B5ACAB
- RGB
- rgb(181, 172, 171)
- RGBA
- rgba(181, 172, 171, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(6, 6%, 69%)
- HSV
- hsv(6, 6%, 71%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 5%, 6%, 29%)
- LAB
- lab(71.1 3.2 1.7)
- OKLCH
- oklch(75.2% 0.010 25.1)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle red undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: darkgray#A9A9A9 · ΔE 4.6
- RAL 9006 — White aluminium#A5A8A6 · ΔE 6.8 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Rose Ashes works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Muted enough to paint all four walls; sample it in both daylight and evening light before committing.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Rose Ashes
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Rose Ashes by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 2.22:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 9.45:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Rose Ashes background: #000000
Palettes featuring Rose Ashes
Rose Ashes with its complement
Soft neighbors of Rose Ashes
Rose Ashes triad
Similar colors
- Taupedo#BAAEA8 · ΔE 2.7
- Martini#B7A8A3 · ΔE 3.0
- Grey Sheep#BAAAAA · ΔE 3.2
- Dove#B3ADA7 · ΔE 3.5
- Nebulous#C4B9B8 · ΔE 3.8
- Mercurial#B6B0A9 · ΔE 4.1
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Rose Ashes is closest to Casper.
Rose Ashes FAQs
What color is Rose Ashes?
Rose Ashes is a medium gray with the hex code #B5ACAB. In HSL terms it has a hue of 6°, 6% saturation, and 69% lightness.
What is the hex code for Rose Ashes?
The hex code for Rose Ashes is #B5ACAB. In RGB it's rgb(181, 172, 171), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 5%, 6%, 29%).
What colors go well with Rose Ashes?
Rose Ashes pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
Got a photo with a color like this? Identify it with the analyzer — free, instant, private.