#D5DFE7 Hex Color
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For app backgrounds that need more character than plain white, pale blue earns its spot. #d5dfe7 is a faded, almost grey blue with cool undertones, light enough to feel airy but never sterile. Black text sits at about 15.5:1 contrast on it, well past WCAG AA for body copy. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for a trustworthy, nautical palette. Its best role is a dominant base in the 60 percent, with darker blues carrying structure.
Questions about #d5dfe7
What is #d5dfe7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d5dfe7 is rgb(213, 223, 231), in HSL hsl(207, 27%, 87%) and in CMYK 8%, 3%, 0%, 9%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d5dfe7?
Deep navy, charcoal, and slate tones all sit comfortably against #d5dfe7. For warmth, add a muted terracotta accent, which keeps the pale blue from reading cold or clinical.
Is #d5dfe7 readable on white or black?
#d5dfe7 has a 1.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.53:1 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.