#CBD5E1 Hex Color
An airy blue with cool grey undertones
This pale, airy blue sits on the edge of grey, making it an excellent base for minimalist UI designs. Because of its light saturation, it provides a solid foundation for high-contrast black text without washing out. The hex code for this cool shade is #cbd5e1. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy to anchor its fragile, almost bleached appearance in professional technology or healthcare branding.
Questions about #cbd5e1
What is #cbd5e1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cbd5e1 is rgb(203, 213, 225), in HSL hsl(213, 27%, 84%) and in CMYK 10%, 5%, 0%, 12%.
How should I use #cbd5e1 in a user interface?
#cbd5e1 functions perfectly as a neutral background or a subtle accent in minimalist design systems. Because it sits on the cooler side of grey, it pairs beautifully with charcoal or deep navy text to ensure high legibility without the harshness of pure black.
Does #cbd5e1 appear warmer or cooler in practice?
While #cbd5e1 contains a hint of blue, it behaves as a cool, desaturated grey in most lighting conditions. Its airy quality prevents it from feeling heavy, making it an ideal choice for backgrounds that need to remain clean, professional, and understated.
Is #cbd5e1 readable on white or black?
#cbd5e1 has a 1.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.14:1 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.