#9EADE2 Hex Color
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Soft and cool, #9eade2 is a dusty indigo with a pale, ashy finish and low saturation. Its gentle character suits meditation brands, spring themes, baby products, and calm UI backgrounds. Use it as a dominant base with charcoal or deep plum for structure, since white can wash it out. Black text remains highly readable on this hex code.
Questions about #9eade2
What is #9eade2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9eade2 is rgb(158, 173, 226), in HSL hsl(227, 54%, 75%) and in CMYK 30%, 23%, 0%, 11%.
Which colors pair well with #9eade2?
#9eade2 pairs especially well with charcoal or deep plum, which add structure and depth without overpowering its soft, dusty indigo character; muted neutrals can keep the palette calm, while bright white may make the shade feel washed out.
Does #9eade2 look warm or cool?
#9eade2 reads as a cool color because its dusty indigo base leans toward blue and violet, while its pale, ashy finish softens the effect rather than making it vivid; it brings a quiet, reflective mood to interfaces and brand palettes.
Is #9eade2 readable on white or black?
#9eade2 has a 2.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.52:1 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.