#C9D1FF Hex Color
An airy and soft pale periwinkle
#c9d1ff is a pale, unsaturated periwinkle that feels airy and distant. Because it is so light, black text remains highly legible against it for body copy. Use this hex code as a subtle background for interface designs or baby-themed branding where you need a soft, non-intrusive base. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal grays to create a structured yet gentle contrast.
Questions about #c9d1ff
What is #c9d1ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9d1ff is rgb(201, 209, 255), in HSL hsl(231, 100%, 89%) and in CMYK 21%, 18%, 0%, 0%.
What colors complement #c9d1ff in a design palette?
Is #c9d1ff readable on white or black?
#c9d1ff has a 1.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.04:1 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.