#D8DEE9 Hex Color
Soft, desaturated blue for minimalist designs
This pale, desaturated blue leans heavily toward grey. With an airy appearance, #d8dee9 functions best as a background tone for minimalist UI. It remains highly legible with black text, passing accessibility standards for body copy. Designers use this hex code when stark white feels too clinical, as it creates a structured, professional environment for financial or tech platforms.
Questions about #d8dee9
What is #d8dee9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d8dee9 is rgb(216, 222, 233), in HSL hsl(219, 28%, 88%) and in CMYK 7%, 5%, 0%, 9%.
What color text works best with #d8dee9?
This desaturated blue-grey provides high contrast against black or dark charcoal text, ensuring WCAG accessibility standards for body copy. It avoids the harshness of a stark white background while maintaining professional clarity for your digital interface.
Why use #d8dee9 over a standard neutral grey?
#d8dee9 introduces a subtle, airy blue undertone that feels more intentional than a flat, neutral grey. This creates a structured yet sophisticated environment, making it a reliable choice for minimalist financial and tech-focused platforms that need a polished look.
Is #d8dee9 readable on white or black?
#d8dee9 has a 1.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.54:1 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.