#C1CBE0 Hex Color
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#c1cbe0 is a pale, dusty blue with gray undertones and a soft, ashy finish. Its low saturation creates an airy, dependable mood suited to healthcare, finance, technology, and open-space interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with dark text, which achieves about 12.9:1 contrast. The hex code for this delicate blue is #c1cbe0.
Questions about #c1cbe0
What is #c1cbe0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1cbe0 is rgb(193, 203, 224), in HSL hsl(221, 33%, 82%) and in CMYK 14%, 9%, 0%, 12%.
Is #c1cbe0 warm or cool?
#c1cbe0 reads as a cool color because its pale blue base and gray undertones create an ashy, receding appearance rather than the yellow or red cast associated with warm colors. Its low saturation keeps that coolness gentle instead of sharp.
What colors pair well with #c1cbe0?
#c1cbe0 pairs well with charcoal or navy for crisp contrast, while muted sage and dusty mauve add gentle, coordinated accents without overpowering its pale blue base in restrained interface layouts. Use darker neutrals for text and softer hues for secondary elements.
Is #c1cbe0 readable on white or black?
#c1cbe0 has a 1.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.88:1 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.