#BFC4D4 Hex Color
A pale, ashy indigo airy neutral
This pale, ashy indigo functions as an airy neutral for minimalist interfaces. Because it offers strong contrast with black type, the hex code #bfc4d4 works well as a reliable base for reading-heavy layouts. Avoid pairing it with stark white, which can make the color appear washed out. Instead, use it alongside charcoal or navy to ground the cool, fragile tone.
Questions about #bfc4d4
What is #bfc4d4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bfc4d4 is rgb(191, 196, 212), in HSL hsl(226, 20%, 79%) and in CMYK 10%, 8%, 0%, 17%.
How can I effectively use #bfc4d4 in a web interface?
#bfc4d4 functions best as a background color for reading-heavy layouts because it provides a gentle, low-glare surface that holds black text exceptionally well. Avoid placing it directly next to pure white, as the contrast drop makes this delicate indigo appear washed out or muddy.
What colors pair well with #bfc4d4 for a professional palette?
Is #bfc4d4 readable on white or black?
#bfc4d4 has a 1.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.06:1 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.