#C3E1F2 Hex Color
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A very light, muted blue with a cool, slightly cyan cast, #c3e1f2 feels reliable and controlled without turning formal. The hex code works well as a supporting tone in security, healthcare, finance, and technology interfaces. Use it behind black text for strong readability, but avoid pairing it with white at small sizes because the contrast is weak.
Questions about #c3e1f2
What is #c3e1f2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c3e1f2 is rgb(195, 225, 242), in HSL hsl(202, 64%, 86%) and in CMYK 19%, 7%, 0%, 5%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c3e1f2?
Pair #c3e1f2 with charcoal or navy for structure, then add a restrained burgundy accent when the design needs warmth, since its low saturation keeps darker colors from feeling visually harsh. This combination suits finance, government, and security interfaces.
Is #c3e1f2 readable on white or black?
#c3e1f2 has a 1.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.37:1 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.