#9DBEEF Hex Color
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This pastel blue is desaturated and ashy, feeling light and airy without becoming overwhelming. Because it sits comfortably in the cool spectrum, #9dbeef works best as a balanced background for UI design or corporate branding. Pair it with dark charcoal for high contrast, or use it near other shades of pink to create a soft, modern palette. Black text remains readable against this tone.
Questions about #9dbeef
What is #9dbeef in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9dbeef is rgb(157, 190, 239), in HSL hsl(216, 72%, 78%) and in CMYK 34%, 21%, 0%, 6%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9dbeef for a modern interface?
This light blue works beautifully when paired with charcoal for high-contrast text or soft dusty pink accents to create a balanced, contemporary aesthetic. The cool undertone ensures that your interface feels professional and clean without looking clinical.
Is #9dbeef readable on white or black?
#9dbeef has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.04:1 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.