#C6B9C4 Hex Color
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#c6b9c4 is a tinted, ashy magenta with dusty gray undertones and low saturation. Its light, softened value suggests tenderness, charm, and sensitivity without feeling sugary. The hex code #c6b9c4 suits cosmetics, intimate products, fashion, and romance-led branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or burgundy, since it can look washed out against white.
Questions about #c6b9c4
What is #c6b9c4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6b9c4 is rgb(198, 185, 196), in HSL hsl(309, 10%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 1%, 22%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c6b9c4?
#c6b9c4 pairs well with charcoal for readable contrast and burgundy for a richer, more intimate palette, while warm cream adds softness without pushing the design toward stark white in print and digital layouts.
Is #c6b9c4 readable on white or black?
#c6b9c4 has a 1.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.13:1 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.