#C2EFF9 Hex Color
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#c2eff9 is a luminous, highly unsaturated cyan that reads like a washed-out sky. Its pastel lightness makes it an excellent choice for spacious UI backgrounds where you need a tint that avoids stark white. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal grays to create a modern, high-contrast look. Because this shade is so light, black text remains highly legible against it.
Questions about #c2eff9
What is #c2eff9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c2eff9 is rgb(194, 239, 249), in HSL hsl(191, 82%, 87%) and in CMYK 22%, 4%, 0%, 2%.
What colors pair best with #c2eff9 in a design?
#c2eff9 functions as an excellent neutral base that anchors well against high-contrast, deep tones. Try pairing it with charcoal for typography or a deep navy to ground its airy, lightweight appearance without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #c2eff9 readable on white or black?
#c2eff9 has a 1.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.00:1 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.