#B9BFD6 Hex Color
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A bleached, ashy indigo, #b9bfd6 feels delicate and ethereal due to its extremely low saturation. It works best as a neutral background for clean, minimalist layouts rather than a primary branding color. Because it maintains strong contrast with black text, it is highly readable for UI interfaces. Use this hex code sparingly near pure white, as it can look washed out without a darker anchor.
Questions about #b9bfd6
What is #b9bfd6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b9bfd6 is rgb(185, 191, 214), in HSL hsl(228, 26%, 78%) and in CMYK 14%, 11%, 0%, 16%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #b9bfd6 in a UI design?
#b9bfd6 works best as a neutral, calming background color rather than a primary branding element. Because it is highly desaturated, it provides excellent contrast against black or deep charcoal text, ensuring readability without overwhelming the interface.
Does #b9bfd6 appear as a warm or cool color?
This color is distinctly cool, carrying an ashy, blue-toned indigo base that feels airy and distant. It lacks the warmth of yellow or red undertones, making it a great choice for designs that need to feel clean, professional, and slightly detached.
Is #b9bfd6 readable on white or black?
#b9bfd6 has a 1.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.48:1 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.