#C9DAF8 Hex Color
A serene and airy light periwinkle blue
This extremely light, desaturated blue acts as a functional base for clean, modern interfaces. Because the hex code #c9daf8 provides excellent contrast with dark text, it works well as a background for readable body copy. It avoids the clinical feel of pure white, bringing a hint of softness to tech or healthcare layouts. Pair it with deep charcoal or navy to keep your design anchored and professional.
Questions about #c9daf8
What is #c9daf8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9daf8 is rgb(201, 218, 248), in HSL hsl(218, 77%, 88%) and in CMYK 19%, 12%, 0%, 3%.
What design aesthetic suits the #c9daf8 hex color?
This color excels in minimalist, tech, or healthcare-focused designs that require a gentle, non-clinical aesthetic. It works perfectly when you need to avoid the harshness of pure white while maintaining a clean, professional, and trustworthy appearance throughout your digital layout.
Is #c9daf8 readable on white or black?
#c9daf8 has a 1.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.86:1 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.