#C1D2D8 Hex Color
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A pale, desaturated cyan, #c1d2d8 carries a distinct grey undertone that prevents it from feeling too saccharine. It works best as a clean, airy background that prioritizes readability, as it offers enough contrast for black text to stand out easily. Pair this shade with charcoal or slate to ground its lightness, as it can otherwise wash out when sitting directly against pure white.
Questions about #c1d2d8
What is #c1d2d8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1d2d8 is rgb(193, 210, 216), in HSL hsl(196, 23%, 80%) and in CMYK 11%, 3%, 0%, 15%.
What colors complement #c1d2d8 best?
This desaturated cyan pairs well with darker, grounded tones like charcoal or navy to stabilize its airy lightness. Avoid placing it against pure white, as the lack of contrast can make the color appear washed out or flat.
Is #c1d2d8 readable on white or black?
#c1d2d8 has a 1.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.47:1 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.