#C1D2BD Hex Color
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This pale, ashy green suggests dried sage with strong grey undertones. Its desaturated quality makes the hex code #c1d2bd an excellent base color for organic and minimal UI backgrounds. Because this shade provides a 13.2:1 contrast ratio against black text, it works well for readable body copy. It feels cleaner than a standard grey, offering a soft alternative for sustainable brand palettes.
Questions about #c1d2bd
What is #c1d2bd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1d2bd is rgb(193, 210, 189), in HSL hsl(109, 19%, 78%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 10%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #c1d2bd?
Because of its strong grey undertones, #c1d2bd creates a balanced, sophisticated palette when paired with charcoal for high-contrast text or terracotta for a warm, organic accent. These pairings ground the airy, ashy quality of the sage green, ensuring the overall design feels cohesive and natural.
Is #c1d2bd readable on white or black?
#c1d2bd has a 1.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.22:1 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.