#D9EBFF Hex Color
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#d9ebff is a luminous, low-saturation blue with a soft gray cast and a very light value. This hex code feels dependable and controlled, making it useful for healthcare, finance, security, and technology interfaces. Use it as a dominant UI background with dark text, since black text reaches about 17.3:1 contrast.
Questions about #d9ebff
What is #d9ebff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9ebff is rgb(217, 235, 255), in HSL hsl(212, 100%, 93%) and in CMYK 15%, 8%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #d9ebff?
The best pairings for #d9ebff use navy or charcoal for structure, with muted terracotta adding warmth without overpowering its pale blue surface. These combinations work well in dashboards, finance branding, and healthcare interfaces.
Is #d9ebff readable on white or black?
#d9ebff has a 1.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.27:1 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.