#C6C8C0 Hex Color
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#c6c8c0 is a pale, bleached-out yellow with significant gray undertones. This muted tone provides an airy, clean base for minimalist layouts that need to avoid the starkness of pure white. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it functions well as a background for readable body copy. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate for a sophisticated, modern look.
Questions about #c6c8c0
What is #c6c8c0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6c8c0 is rgb(198, 200, 192), in HSL hsl(75, 7%, 77%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 4%, 22%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c6c8c0?
#c6c8c0 works best when balanced against high-contrast, dark neutral tones like charcoal or deep slate. Because it is a muted, desaturated yellow, pairing it with dark earth tones or soft terracotta creates a grounded, sophisticated aesthetic without overwhelming the eye.
Is #c6c8c0 readable on white or black?
#c6c8c0 has a 1.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.42:1 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.