#C1E3D9 Hex Color
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#c1e3d9 is a delicate, desaturated teal with high lightness and airy character. It serves as an excellent neutral backdrop for wellness branding or clean UI interfaces, providing a soft alternative to standard white. Black text offers maximum readability against this surface, meeting strict accessibility standards. The hex code for this pale tone is #c1e3d9. Pair it with dark slate for a grounded, modern finish.
Questions about #c1e3d9
What is #c1e3d9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1e3d9 is rgb(193, 227, 217), in HSL hsl(162, 38%, 82%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 4%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #c1e3d9 in a design?
#c1e3d9 works beautifully when paired with charcoal or deep slate, which provide the necessary contrast to ground the design. For a softer approach, you can balance this pale teal with neutral sands or warm grays to maintain an organic and serene aesthetic.
Is #c1e3d9 readable on white or black?
#c1e3d9 has a 1.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.25:1 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.