#C5C6BB Hex Color
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This pale, ashy tone sits between light grey and faded yellow. Because it is highly desaturated and delicate, #c5c6bb works best as an open, airy background rather than a main accent. It pairs cleanly with charcoal text, providing high contrast for readability. Use this hex code when you want a minimal, budget-conscious aesthetic without the starkness of pure white.
Questions about #c5c6bb
What is #c5c6bb in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c5c6bb is rgb(197, 198, 187), in HSL hsl(65, 9%, 75%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 6%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c5c6bb?
Does #c5c6bb read as warm or cool?
#c5c6bb is a cool-leaning neutral that gains a touch of warmth from its faint, dusty yellow undertones. This unique balance prevents it from feeling as sterile or clinical as a pure, icy grey, making it ideal for warmer, inviting minimalist interfaces.
Is #c5c6bb readable on white or black?
#c5c6bb has a 1.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.16:1 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.