#9EABF7 Hex Color
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#9eabf7 is a bright, cool periwinkle with a distinct pastel lightness. It works best as an accent color, as it can feel overwhelming when used across large background areas. Pair it with deep charcoals to create a grounded, modern contrast that feels both clean and approachable. Because of its excellent contrast ratio, black text remains highly legible against this hex code.
Questions about #9eabf7
What is #9eabf7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9eabf7 is rgb(158, 171, 247), in HSL hsl(231, 85%, 79%) and in CMYK 36%, 31%, 0%, 3%.
How should I use #9eabf7 in a color palette?
#9eabf7 works best as a specific accent or highlight rather than a dominant background color. It creates a grounded, professional look when paired with deep charcoal or slate tones, which effectively balance its inherent pastel lightness without losing the modern aesthetic.
Is #9eabf7 readable on white or black?
#9eabf7 has a 2.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.62:1 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.