#9EB2B6 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #9eb2b6 blends dusty cyan with soft gray undertones for an airy, thoughtful look. Its light, low-saturation finish suggests freedom, trust, and refreshing clarity without feeling overly bright. Use the hex code #9eb2b6 as a supporting UI tone in technology, aerospace, or productivity designs. Black text remains highly legible on this color.
Questions about #9eb2b6
What is #9eb2b6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9eb2b6 is rgb(158, 178, 182), in HSL hsl(190, 14%, 67%) and in CMYK 13%, 2%, 0%, 29%.
Is #9eb2b6 warm or cool?
#9eb2b6 reads as a cool, muted blue-cyan because its blue and green channels slightly exceed red, while its moderate lightness and low saturation soften the effect. It feels airy, reserved, and clean rather than icy or vivid.
Which colors pair well with #9eb2b6?
Pair #9eb2b6 with charcoal or deep navy for grounded contrast, or add terracotta for a warmer accent. Soft white and pale gray preserve its airy character, while muted teal creates a restrained, closely related palette.
Is #9eb2b6 readable on white or black?
#9eb2b6 has a 2.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.49:1 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.