#9EBCD3 Hex Color
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#9ebcd3 is a light, dusty blue with gray undertones and a soft, pastel finish. Its low saturation creates a peaceful, dependable feel suited to healthcare, finance, security, and spring-themed designs. Use it as a supporting background with navy or charcoal accents; black text remains highly readable, with about 10.6:1 contrast. The hex code for this shade is #9ebcd3.
Questions about #9ebcd3
What is #9ebcd3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9ebcd3 is rgb(158, 188, 211), in HSL hsl(206, 38%, 72%) and in CMYK 25%, 11%, 0%, 17%.
What colors pair well with #9ebcd3?
Does #9ebcd3 look warm or cool?
#9ebcd3 reads as a cool blue because its gray undertones soften the hue without adding noticeable warmth, while its dusty, low-saturation finish keeps it calm rather than icy for dependable, restful interfaces and soft seasonal designs.
Is #9ebcd3 readable on white or black?
#9ebcd3 has a 1.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.58:1 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.