#C4C6E4 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated indigo feels delicate and airy, leaning into a pastel aesthetic rather than a saturated shade. Because #c4c6e4 is quite light, it works best as a supporting background rather than a main header, where it might wash out. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for excellent readability, as black text renders clearly against this soft tone. The hex code for this color is #c4c6e4.
Questions about #c4c6e4
What is #c4c6e4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4c6e4 is rgb(196, 198, 228), in HSL hsl(236, 37%, 83%) and in CMYK 14%, 13%, 0%, 11%.
Is #c4c6e4 considered a warm or cool color?
#c4c6e4 sits firmly on the cool side of the spectrum due to its strong indigo base. Its dusty, unsaturated nature keeps it from feeling overly vibrant, making it an excellent choice for creating a serene, professional atmosphere in web or print layouts.
Is #c4c6e4 readable on white or black?
#c4c6e4 has a 1.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.54:1 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.