#BDBEEE Hex Color
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#bdbeee is a very unsaturated, dusty indigo with cool, ashy undertones. Because it sits on the lighter end of the spectrum, it functions best as a calming background color rather than a primary focal point. Pair it with dark slate grays to create a modern, structured interface. The hex code for this pastel shade is #bdbeee, which offers excellent readability for black body text.
Questions about #bdbeee
What is #bdbeee in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bdbeee is rgb(189, 190, 238), in HSL hsl(239, 59%, 84%) and in CMYK 21%, 20%, 0%, 7%.
What colors pair best with #bdbeee in a UI design?
#bdbeee creates a balanced look when paired with deep charcoal or slate grays to anchor its airy, pastel nature. These dark neutrals provide enough contrast to make the text readable while letting the soft blue-indigo undertone provide a sense of modern calm.
Is #bdbeee considered a warm or cool color?
#bdbeee is definitively cool, leaning heavily into icy, ashy tones that evoke a quiet, wintry mood. Because of its low saturation, it avoids looking neon or overly vibrant, making it an excellent choice for designs that prioritize relaxation and professional, muted aesthetics.
Is #bdbeee readable on white or black?
#bdbeee has a 1.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.76:1 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.