Color swatch image showing #C6CBCD with RGB(198,203,205) values

#C6CBCD Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #C6CBCD including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#C6CBCD Color Information

#C6CBCD RGB value is (198, 203, 205). The hex color red value is 198, green is 203, and blue is 205. Its HSL format shows a hue of 197°, saturation of 7 percent, and lightness of 79 percent. The CMYK process values are 3 percent, 1 percent, 0 percent, 20 percent.

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#C6CBCD Color Meaning

Color #C6CBCD conveys cool neutrality, calm sophistication, and reflective stability. #C6CBCD pale gray evokes ice flows and polished stone. Psychologically, color #C6CBCD reduces emotional noise and supports thoughtful analysis. Designers often use #C6CBCD to create serene and balanced spaces. Symbolically, color #C6CBCD represents subtle strength and composed observation. Cultural associations link #C6CBCD to industrial design and understated elegance. Spiritually, color #C6CBCD embodies quiet discernment and mindful calm.

Color Conversion

Convert #C6CBCD across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#C6CBCD
RGB
rgb(198, 203, 205)
HSL
hsl(197°, 7%, 79%)
CMYK
cmyk(3%, 1%, 0%, 20%)
HSV
hsv(197°, 3%, 80%)
XYZ
55.6641 59.1254 66.2361
Yxy
59.1254 0.3075 0.3266
Hunter Lab
76.8930 -0.3809 -0.4212
CIE-Lab
81.3605 -1.3306 -1.6001

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red198 / 255 (78%)
78%
Green203 / 255 (80%)
80%
Blue205 / 255 (80%)
80%

CMYK Values

Cyan3 / 100 (3%)
Magenta1 / 100 (1%)
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)20 / 100 (20%)
20%

Color Variations

#C6CBCD harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#C6CBCD harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #C6CBCD for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

1.64:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.64:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.64:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #C6CBCD appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#C6CBCD

protanopia

#c8c8cd

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #C6CBCD;

Text Color

color: #C6CBCD;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #C6CBCD;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #C6CBCD40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #C6CBCD;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #C6CBCD 0%, #6c777c 100%);

#C6CBCD Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #C6CBCD color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.