What Color isBombay?

#AFADB5

What Color is Bombay

Bombay (Hex #AFADB5) is a muted, medium-toned shade of blue. As a cool color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting greens. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Bombay palettes.

What color is opposite Bombay?

The opposite color to Bombay is Tide (#b2b4ac).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Blue
  • Temperature: Cool
  • Associated Season: Spring
  • Complementary Color: #B2B4AC
  • Brightness: 175/255
  • Saturation: 4%

Colors That Pair Well With Bombay

Complementary

Pair with Tide for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.

#AFADB5#b2b4ac

High Contrast

Use Fuscous Gray for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.

#AFADB5#50524a

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#cfced3#58575b

Color Conversions

Hex
#AFADB5
RGB
175, 173, 181
RGB %
69%, 68%, 71%
HSL
255°, 5%, 69%
HSV
255°, 4%, 71%
CMYK
3%, 4%, 0%, 29%
LAB
71.10, 2.23, -3.84
XYZ
40.96, 42.34, 49.73

Color Blindness Simulation

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CSS Snippets

Text Color (Hex)
Aa
color: #AFADB5;
Text Color (RGB)
Aa
color: rgb(175, 173, 181);
Background Color
background-color: #AFADB5;
Border
border: 3px solid #AFADB5;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #AFADB566;
Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #AFADB5 0%, #ffffff 100%);
Cushion Mockup

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MaterialEco Velvet
Size30cm x 30cm
Color
Bombay

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Product Details

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  • Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
  • Feel: Velvety soft finish.
  • Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
  • Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
  • Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
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  • Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.

What Goes With Bombay?

Explore color palettes containing Bombay and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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Contrast Ratio

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UI Examples

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Closest Color Matches

Best Match

Polychromos

cold grey III

#232#ACB1B8

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Polychromos

silver

#251#ABADB0

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Prismacolor

50 % Cool Grey

#PC1063#A7B0B8

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Prismacolor

Silver

#PC949#A3A1A3

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Prismacolor

50 % French Grey

#PC1072#ABA4A1

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Prismacolor

30 % Warm Grey

#PC1052#C2BBBB

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Prismacolor

50 % Warm Grey

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Polychromos

warm grey III

#272#A8A59F

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Polychromos

cold grey II

#231#BEC4CC

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Caran d'ache Luminance 6901

Steel Grey

#004#92A3AD

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Caran d'ache Luminance 6901

French Grey 10%

#802#B6ABA4

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Prismacolor

Clay Rose

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Bombay?
The hex code for Bombay is #AFADB5. The RGB values are (175, 173, 181). You can find more formats like CMYK and LAB in the Color Conversions section.
What colors go with Bombay?
Bombay pairs well with its complementary color, Tide (#b2b4ac). It also works great with analogous colors (neighbors on the wheel) and triadic combinations. See our recommended pairings for more ideas.
Is Bombay accessible for text?
No, Bombay is not readable on white backgrounds. It is not readable on black backgrounds. For detailed contrast ratios and WCAG scores, check the accessibility section.
How do I use Bombay in CSS?

You can use Bombay in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:

.bombay {
  background-color: #AFADB5;
  color: #FFFFFF;
}

For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.