#B6C2D7 Hex Color

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Soft and muted, #b6c2d7 is a pale blue with cool gray undertones and an ashy finish. Its low saturation creates an airy, dependable feel suited to healthcare, finance, security, and technology interfaces. Use it as a spacious UI background with dark navy or charcoal accents. Black text meets WCAG AA contrast for body copy. The hex code is #b6c2d7.

Questions about #b6c2d7

What is #b6c2d7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b6c2d7 is rgb(182, 194, 215), in HSL hsl(218, 29%, 78%) and in CMYK 15%, 10%, 0%, 16%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair well with #b6c2d7?
#b6c2d7 pairs well with navy, charcoal, and muted blue-gray accents, which reinforce its cool, dependable character. Use warmer neutrals sparingly when you want to soften the interface without losing its airy, low-saturation appearance.
Does #b6c2d7 look warm or cool?
#b6c2d7 reads as a cool pale blue because its blue base is softened by gray, rather than yellow or red undertones. That makes it feel airy and orderly, especially beside white, cool gray, or dark navy.
Is #b6c2d7 readable on white or black?
#b6c2d7 has a 1.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.68:1 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.