#96D2E1 Hex Color
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#96d2e1 is a dusty, unsaturated cyan with a cool, airy character. Because it is high in lightness, black text creates excellent readability against this shade. It functions best as a soft background in minimalist UI designs, though it can appear washed out if paired with stark white. For a balanced palette, try using this hex code alongside warm, earthy terracotta or deep charcoal tones.
Questions about #96d2e1
What is #96d2e1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96d2e1 is rgb(150, 210, 225), in HSL hsl(192, 56%, 74%) and in CMYK 33%, 7%, 0%, 12%.
What colors pair well with #96d2e1 in a design palette?
#96d2e1 balances well against warm earth tones like terracotta or deep charcoal for high contrast. Using these warmer, grounded colors helps stabilize the airy nature of this cyan without making the overall design feel washed out.
Is #96d2e1 readable on white or black?
#96d2e1 has a 1.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.60:1 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.