#B9C5DB Hex Color
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Muted and light, #b9c5db is a dusty blue with ashy gray undertones and a delicate, airy finish. Its low saturation suggests cleanliness, reliability, and control, making it effective for healthcare, finance, government, and technology interfaces. Use it as a spacious background with charcoal text; black text reaches about 12.1:1 contrast. The hex code for this shade is #b9c5db.
Questions about #b9c5db
What is #b9c5db in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b9c5db is rgb(185, 197, 219), in HSL hsl(219, 32%, 79%) and in CMYK 16%, 10%, 0%, 14%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b9c5db?
#b9c5db pairs well with charcoal, navy, muted sage, and warm beige, balancing its cool blue-gray base with readable contrast or gentle warmth in interfaces, dashboards, brand palettes, and presentation layouts. Use charcoal for text and warm neutrals when the design needs to feel less clinical.
Does #b9c5db look warm or cool?
#b9c5db reads as a cool color because its dusty blue base is softened by ashy gray undertones rather than yellow or red warmth in most lighting and digital interfaces alike. Its low saturation keeps the effect gentle, making it feel airy, orderly, and calm instead of icy or vivid.
Is #b9c5db readable on white or black?
#b9c5db has a 1.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.07:1 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.