#96C0CC Hex Color
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Reminiscent of weathered sea glass, #96c0cc is a pastel cyan with an ashy undertone. The low saturation suits baby products, spring branding, and calm UI backgrounds. Black text on it reaches about 10.7:1 contrast, so small body copy passes AA. That dusty cast comes from gray in the mix; what colors make gray covers the blending basics. The hex code is #96c0cc.
Questions about #96c0cc
What is #96c0cc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96c0cc is rgb(150, 192, 204), in HSL hsl(193, 35%, 69%) and in CMYK 26%, 6%, 0%, 20%.
What colors pair well with #96c0cc?
Warm, earthy accents like terracotta, sand, and soft coral bring out its best side. The low saturation also sits well next to deep navy for a trusted, tech-friendly palette.
What mood does #96c0cc convey?
It reads gentle and easygoing because heavy desaturation and lightness pull it toward a hazy morning sky rather than a bright pool. Designers lean on it for softness, trust, and a fresh, airy feel.
Is #96c0cc readable on white or black?
#96c0cc has a 1.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.70:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.