#C1C7CD Hex Color
A cool ash-grey blue for modern interfaces
This desaturated, ash-grey blue offers an airy and clinical aesthetic perfect for minimalism. Because it sits comfortably between grey and blue, #c1c7cd functions best as a dominant, neutral background for tech or healthcare interfaces. It provides enough contrast to pair with black text for readability. Use it alongside deep navy or charcoal to avoid a washed-out look, as this hex code can feel flat in isolation.
Questions about #c1c7cd
What is #c1c7cd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1c7cd is rgb(193, 199, 205), in HSL hsl(210, 11%, 78%) and in CMYK 6%, 3%, 0%, 20%.
Is #c1c7cd considered a warm or cool color?
This shade reads cool because of its distinct blue undertones, which prevent it from looking like a flat, standard grey. This makes it an ideal choice for digital projects where you want a clean, professional atmosphere without harshness.
Is #c1c7cd readable on white or black?
#c1c7cd has a 1.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.31:1 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.