#99C1DD Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
The hex code #99c1dd is a light, dusty blue with cool gray undertones and very low saturation. Its soft, ashy finish supports peaceful, trustworthy interfaces without feeling stark. Use it as a dominant background for healthcare, finance, or technology layouts, pairing it with dark text for clear body copy and accessible contrast.
Questions about #99c1dd
What is #99c1dd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99c1dd is rgb(153, 193, 221), in HSL hsl(205, 50%, 73%) and in CMYK 31%, 13%, 0%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #99c1dd?
#99c1dd pairs well with charcoal, navy, and muted terracotta because its pale, cool base benefits from stronger contrast and a restrained touch of warmth in buttons or illustrations.
Is #99c1dd readable on white or black?
#99c1dd has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.02:1 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.