#9EB1C5 Hex Color
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Dusty blue with a real gray undertone. At this lightness and low saturation, #9eb1c5 works best as a supporting tone or UI background, not a bold accent. It carries a dependable, low-key mood that suits finance, healthcare, and government design. Black text reads clearly on it, at about 9.5:1 contrast. The hex code is #9eb1c5, and the ashy cast comes from mixing gray into a soft blue.
Questions about #9eb1c5
What is #9eb1c5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9eb1c5 is rgb(158, 177, 197), in HSL hsl(211, 25%, 70%) and in CMYK 20%, 10%, 0%, 23%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9eb1c5?
Charcoal and deep navy give #9eb1c5 contrast without stealing its softness, while terracotta adds unexpected warmth. Avoid pale yellows, which can make it look washed out.
Is #9eb1c5 readable on white or black?
#9eb1c5 has a 2.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.54:1 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.