#C6C7E9 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This desaturated, dusty indigo carries a cool, muted tone that avoids the intensity of primary shades. Because it is so light and airy, #c6c7e9 functions best as a subtle background color rather than a main focal point. It pairs well with charcoal gray to ground its gentle nature. Black text remains highly readable over this hex code, making it a reliable choice for soft, clean UI designs.
Questions about #c6c7e9
What is #c6c7e9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6c7e9 is rgb(198, 199, 233), in HSL hsl(238, 44%, 85%) and in CMYK 15%, 15%, 0%, 9%.
How can I use #c6c7e9 in UI design?
#c6c7e9 works best as a light, calming background because its desaturated nature avoids visual fatigue. Pair it with dark charcoal text to ensure high readability and a clean, modern interface aesthetic that feels professional yet gentle.
Is #c6c7e9 considered a warm or cool color?
#c6c7e9 is firmly a cool-toned color, as its heavy indigo base leans toward violet and blue hues. This makes it an excellent choice for designs that need to convey relaxation, trust, or a clean, airy feeling in digital layouts.
Is #c6c7e9 readable on white or black?
#c6c7e9 has a 1.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.74:1 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.