#B1EAF9 Hex Color
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This airy, high-key cyan offers a refreshing, clinical lightness. Because it is highly unsaturated, #b1eaf9 works best as a large-scale background where it provides a clean, breathable space for content. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray text to maintain readability, as it can feel washed out against pure white. The hex code for this cool tone is #b1eaf9.
Questions about #b1eaf9
What is #b1eaf9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b1eaf9 is rgb(177, 234, 249), in HSL hsl(193, 86%, 84%) and in CMYK 29%, 6%, 0%, 2%.
What colors pair best with #b1eaf9 in a design?
#b1eaf9 functions best when paired with high-contrast, dark neutrals like charcoal or deep slate for readable typography. Because the tone is so unsaturated and light, it also works well as a subtle accent against crisp whites or softer pastel grays.
Does #b1eaf9 work well for interface backgrounds?
#b1eaf9 is an excellent choice for large-scale application backgrounds because it provides a calming, clinical, and spacious feel without overwhelming the user. Just ensure any text placed over it meets sufficient contrast ratios, ideally using very dark or saturated colors to maintain legibility.
Is #b1eaf9 readable on white or black?
#b1eaf9 has a 1.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.00:1 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.