#99CCCC Hex Color
Refreshing and airy dusty cyan pastel
A cool and dusty cyan, #99cccc offers a refreshing, airy feel perfect for minimalism. This delicate pastel shade brings a sense of peace and trust to designs, making it a natural fit for baby products or clean, open backgrounds. The hex code #99cccc effectively bridges the gap between modern technology themes and gentle, youthful aesthetics.
Questions about #99cccc
What is #99cccc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99cccc is rgb(153, 204, 204), in HSL hsl(180, 33%, 70%) and in CMYK 25%, 0%, 0%, 20%.
What colors pair well with #99cccc?
This dusty cyan pairs beautifully with soft warm neutrals like cream or sand to balance its coolness. For a modern, high-contrast look, combine it with deep charcoal or slate greys to ground the airy feel of the color palette.
Does #99cccc read as warm or cool?
This color sits firmly on the cool side of the spectrum due to its strong blue and green undertones. It creates a calming, clinical, or aquatic atmosphere, making it ideal for spaces or designs that require a sense of peace and clarity.
Is #99cccc readable on white or black?
#99cccc has a 1.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.86:1 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.