#C9E6FF Hex Color
Soft blue for steady spaces
#c9e6ff is a very light, pastel blue with low saturation and a soft, airy finish. Its gentle coolness supports peaceful, trustworthy layouts without demanding attention. Use this hex code as a broad interface background, especially with dark text. It also suits baby products, healthcare, finance, and spring-themed designs. Black text reaches about 16.2:1 contrast here, making small body copy highly legible.
Questions about #c9e6ff
What is #c9e6ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9e6ff is rgb(201, 230, 255), in HSL hsl(208, 100%, 89%) and in CMYK 21%, 10%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #c9e6ff?
#c9e6ff pairs well with navy, deep neutrals, muted warm accents, and warm sand tones, which add structure without overpowering its low-saturation, pale blue base across interfaces and brand palettes. Use navy for headings and warm accents for small calls to action.
Where does #c9e6ff work best in a design?
#c9e6ff works best as a dominant background or supporting surface in healthcare, finance, security, and spring-focused designs, where its pale, low-saturation finish keeps layouts open while suggesting care and dependability. It suits dashboards, forms, and product packaging when dark typography provides enough definition.
Is #c9e6ff readable on white or black?
#c9e6ff has a 1.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.24:1 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.