#BAC5C1 Hex Color
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This pale, ashy teal sits between green and grey, offering a light and airy appearance. Because it maintains high contrast against black text, it functions well as a background for minimalist UI design. Avoid pairing it with stark whites, as it can appear washed out. The hex code for this shade is #bac5c1.
Questions about #bac5c1
What is #bac5c1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bac5c1 is rgb(186, 197, 193), in HSL hsl(158, 9%, 75%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 2%, 23%.
Should I pair #bac5c1 with white text?
Avoid pairing #bac5c1 with stark white text, as the low contrast can make the design appear washed out and difficult to read. Instead, rely on charcoal or deep grey typography to ensure the content remains sharp, legible, and visually balanced against this light background.
How can I best use #bac5c1 in a design palette?
This ashy teal works best as a primary background color for modern, minimalist interfaces that require a calm, non-distracting foundation. It creates a cohesive look when combined with earthy tones like terracotta or neutral slate, allowing those bolder colors to stand out without competing for visual dominance.
Is #bac5c1 readable on white or black?
#bac5c1 has a 1.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.84:1 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.