#C9D6CC Hex Color
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#c9d6cc is a bleached, desaturated green with distinct grey undertones. It offers a light, airy quality that works best as a neutral background rather than a focal point. Because it has such high contrast with black text, it serves as an accessible choice for clean, minimal UI designs. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate blue to ground its delicate, faded appearance.
Questions about #c9d6cc
What is #c9d6cc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9d6cc is rgb(201, 214, 204), in HSL hsl(134, 14%, 81%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 5%, 16%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #c9d6cc in a UI design?
#c9d6cc functions best when grounded by high-contrast, dark neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which anchor the design. For an accent, use muted earth tones or a desaturated terracotta to introduce warmth without overwhelming the airy aesthetic.
Is #c9d6cc a warm or cool green?
#c9d6cc generally leans cool due to its significant grey desaturation, which strips away the vibrant, grassy warmth found in pure greens. Its bleached appearance makes it feel clinical and calm rather than organic or earthy.
Is #c9d6cc readable on white or black?
#c9d6cc has a 1.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.97:1 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.