#B3C9D3 Hex Color
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Take Five is an ashy, desaturated cyan that feels airy and light. Because of its muted, greyish undertones, this color functions perfectly as a neutral backdrop in minimal interface designs. It holds strong contrast against black text, making it a functional choice for body copy or large backgrounds. The hex code for Take Five is #b3c9d3, a cool tint that provides a clean, professional alternative to stark white.
Questions about Take Five
What is the hex code for Take Five?
Take Five is #b3c9d3. In RGB that is rgb(179, 201, 211), in HSL hsl(199, 27%, 76%) and in CMYK 15%, 5%, 0%, 17%.
Why does #b3c9d3 work well for UI design?
#b3c9d3 functions as a versatile neutral because it offers a softer, more sophisticated alternative to stark white or flat grey. Its muted, ashy undertones create a calming effect that reduces eye strain while maintaining excellent readability against dark or black typography.
Which colors complement #b3c9d3 in a palette?
This color pairs beautifully with deep charcoal for high-contrast text, or warmer, muted tones like terracotta to introduce subtle contrast. Its cool, cyan-leaning profile means it naturally balances out warmer earth tones, preventing a design from feeling too sterile or cold.
Is Take Five readable on white or black?
Take Five has a 1.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.21:1 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.