gainsboro

#CED5ED

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB206, 213, 237
CMYK13, 10, 0, 7
HSL226°, 46%, 87%
LAB85, 1, -13
Closest Library Match
slate-30097% Match

Readability

1.46On WhiteFAIL
14.36On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #CED5ED

The hexadecimal color code #CED5ED is a very light, moderate shade of Blue (known as gainsboro). In the RGB color model, #CED5ED is comprised of 206 red, 213 green, and 237 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 226 degrees, a saturation of 46%, and a lightness of 87%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 493 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #CED5ED.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind