#D9DADD Hex Color
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This pale, neutral grey acts as a cleaner, more substantial alternative to pure white for interface backgrounds. Its subtle blue-violet undertone prevents it from looking flat or lifeless in minimal designs. The hex code for this color is #d9dadd. Because it maintains strong contrast against black text, it works well for typography and readable UI layouts. Avoid using it alongside stark white, where it can look muddy.
Questions about #d9dadd
What is #d9dadd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9dadd is rgb(217, 218, 221), in HSL hsl(225, 6%, 86%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 13%.
Does #d9dadd work well with stark white?
Using #d9dadd alongside pure white often creates a muddy, indistinct appearance because the values are too similar. It is much more effective when paired with darker neutrals like charcoal or deep navy, which provide the necessary contrast to make your interface elements pop.
Is #d9dadd warm or cool in tone?
The #d9dadd hex color reads distinctly cool due to its subtle blue-violet undertones. This makes it an excellent choice for modern, clinical, or tech-focused branding where a clean and sophisticated atmosphere is required, as opposed to warmer, cream-based greys.
Is #d9dadd readable on white or black?
#d9dadd has a 1.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.02:1 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.