#CEC5C2 Hex Color
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This pale, ashy red feels almost grey, offering a muted alternative to standard neutrals. Because it is highly desaturated and light, #cec5c2 functions best as a soft background or a supporting tone in minimalist UI designs. It provides excellent legibility for black text, but take care to pair it with stronger colors to prevent a washed-out appearance. The hex code for this delicate shade is #cec5c2.
Questions about #cec5c2
What is #cec5c2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cec5c2 is rgb(206, 197, 194), in HSL hsl(15, 11%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 6%, 19%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #cec5c2 in a web design layout?
Does #cec5c2 lean warm or cool when paired with other neutrals?
While #cec5c2 is a red-based hue, its high level of desaturation gives it a grey, neutral appearance that leans slightly warm compared to true cool greys. It bridges the gap between beige and grey, making it a highly flexible transitional neutral.
Is #cec5c2 readable on white or black?
#cec5c2 has a 1.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.38:1 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.