#CED9E3 Hex Color
An airy pale blue with cool grey
This pale, bleached blue carries a heavy grey undertone, resulting in a delicate and airy appearance. Because of its high lightness, #ced9e3 serves as an excellent neutral background for UI designs, offering cleaner contrast than pure white. It pairs well with slate or dark charcoal for a professional look. The hex code for this color is #ced9e3.
Questions about #ced9e3
What is #ced9e3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ced9e3 is rgb(206, 217, 227), in HSL hsl(209, 27%, 85%) and in CMYK 9%, 4%, 0%, 11%.
How should #ced9e3 be used in UI design?
Use #ced9e3 as a spacious background color that offers more character than standard white without sacrificing readability. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal or navy text, providing a high-contrast yet soft aesthetic that reduces visual strain on screens.
Does #ced9e3 feel warm or cool?
#ced9e3 is distinctly cool, characterized by its heavy grey and blue base notes which evoke a crisp, professional atmosphere. It lacks the yellow or red warmth found in other pastels, making it a reliable choice for technical or corporate projects needing a calm, grounded look.
Is #ced9e3 readable on white or black?
#ced9e3 has a 1.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.65:1 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.