#C3C9D2 Hex Color
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A pale, ashy blue with strong grey undertones, #c3c9d2 offers a clean and detached aesthetic. This color works best as a neutral background in tech or finance interfaces, providing high readability for black text. Because it is highly desaturated, avoid placing it directly against pure white or it will appear washed out. The hex code for this delicate, muted shade is #c3c9d2.
Questions about #c3c9d2
What is #c3c9d2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c3c9d2 is rgb(195, 201, 210), in HSL hsl(216, 14%, 79%) and in CMYK 7%, 4%, 0%, 18%.
How should I use #c3c9d2 in web design?
Use #c3c9d2 as a subtle background shade for professional dashboards or financial reports where high readability is required. It pairs exceptionally well with dark charcoal text, ensuring visual clarity while maintaining a calm, sophisticated aesthetic that does not fatigue the eyes.
Why does #c3c9d2 look washed out against white?
Because #c3c9d2 is a highly desaturated color with significant grey content, it lacks the necessary contrast against pure white backgrounds to stand out properly. To avoid this washed-out effect, layer it over darker surfaces or use it as a neutral anchor for bolder colors.
Is #c3c9d2 readable on white or black?
#c3c9d2 has a 1.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.60:1 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.