#C6CAD3 Hex Color
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A pale, faded blue with ashy gray undertones, #c6cad3 feels delicate, clean, and dependable. Its low saturation creates an airy surface for minimalist interfaces, finance dashboards, healthcare layouts, and open-space branding. Use it as a supporting background rather than a focal accent. The hex code #c6cad3 also supports clear black body text.
Questions about #c6cad3
What is #c6cad3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6cad3 is rgb(198, 202, 211), in HSL hsl(222, 13%, 80%) and in CMYK 6%, 4%, 0%, 17%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How does #c6cad3 work in interface design?
#c6cad3 works best as a light supporting background for dashboards, forms, and spacious layouts. Black text has about a 12.8:1 contrast ratio against it, exceeding the WCAG AA requirement for small body text.
What colors pair well with #c6cad3?
#c6cad3 pairs well with charcoal text and restrained navy or muted teal accents. Dark neutrals sharpen its pale, ashy surface, while desaturated colors preserve the clean, dependable mood without creating harsh contrast.
Is #c6cad3 readable on white or black?
#c6cad3 has a 1.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.78:1 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.