#C6C7C2 Hex Color

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A pale, muted grey with a slight green undertone, #c6c7c2 feels bleached, airy, and practical. Its low saturation suits minimalist backgrounds, open layouts, and product interfaces where restraint matters. Use it as a dominant base with charcoal or deep navy accents. Black text reads clearly on this color, with about 12.3:1 contrast. The hex code is #c6c7c2.

Questions about #c6c7c2

What is #c6c7c2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6c7c2 is rgb(198, 199, 194), in HSL hsl(72, 4%, 77%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 3%, 22%.
Which colors pair well with #c6c7c2?
#c6c7c2 pairs well with charcoal and deep navy for crisp contrast, while sage or muted olive reinforces its subtle green undertone. Warm wood, cream, or terracotta accents add balance without overwhelming its pale, low-saturation base.
Does #c6c7c2 work with black text?
Yes, #c6c7c2 works well with black text, offering about a 12.3:1 contrast ratio that exceeds WCAG AA and AAA thresholds for normal text and supports highly readable interface labels, content areas, and controls.
Is #c6c7c2 readable on white or black?
#c6c7c2 has a 1.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.34:1 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.