#C6CCF9 Hex Color
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#c6ccf9 is a cool, desaturated periwinkle that feels airy and light. Because it has low chroma, it works best as a large-scale background rather than a focal point. Black text remains legible against this shade, making it a functional choice for UI design. Pair this hex code with dark charcoal or deep plum to keep your palette from washing out on screen.
Questions about #c6ccf9
What is #c6ccf9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6ccf9 is rgb(198, 204, 249), in HSL hsl(233, 81%, 88%) and in CMYK 20%, 18%, 0%, 2%.
Does #c6ccf9 work well for interface backgrounds?
#c6ccf9 is an excellent choice for large-scale backgrounds because its low chroma prevents visual fatigue while maintaining a light, airy feel. It offers enough contrast that standard black or deep charcoal text remains easily legible for users.
What colors pair best with #c6ccf9?
Is #c6ccf9 readable on white or black?
#c6ccf9 has a 1.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.40:1 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.