#CDD0E7 Hex Color
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#cdd0e7 is a pale, desaturated indigo with a significant grey undertone. Its high lightness gives it an airy, almost fragile quality that works well for minimalist UI backgrounds. Because it provides excellent contrast for black text, it functions effectively as a readable base. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate greys to anchor its ethereal, washed-out character. The hex code for this delicate shade is #cdd0e7.
Questions about #cdd0e7
What is #cdd0e7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cdd0e7 is rgb(205, 208, 231), in HSL hsl(233, 35%, 85%) and in CMYK 11%, 10%, 0%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #cdd0e7?
This shade works best with charcoal or deep slate grays to anchor its ethereal, washed-out character. The high contrast against dark neutrals creates a balanced, professional look that keeps your design from feeling too fragile or faded.
Is #cdd0e7 readable on white or black?
#cdd0e7 has a 1.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.77:1 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.