#C1C6F5 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated indigo feels ethereal and lightweight. Because it is highly desaturated, #c1c6f5 works best as a neutral backdrop for spring palettes or children’s branding. It provides enough contrast to support small black body text, making it a functional choice for UI design. Pair this cool tone with warm grays to keep the composition from feeling too flat.
Questions about #c1c6f5
What is #c1c6f5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1c6f5 is rgb(193, 198, 245), in HSL hsl(234, 72%, 86%) and in CMYK 21%, 19%, 0%, 4%.
How does #c1c6f5 perform in UI design layouts?
#c1c6f5 functions effectively as a neutral background, offering enough contrast to support small black text while maintaining a soft, clean aesthetic. Its desaturated nature prevents it from overpowering more vibrant UI elements like buttons or primary action links.
What colors pair best with the indigo tone of #c1c6f5?
Is #c1c6f5 readable on white or black?
#c1c6f5 has a 1.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.66:1 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.