Color swatch image showing #C6CBD4 with RGB(198,203,212) values

#C6CBD4 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #C6CBD4 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#C6CBD4 Color Information

#C6CBD4 RGB value is (198, 203, 212). The hex color red value is 198, green is 203, and blue is 212. Its HSL format shows a hue of 219°, saturation of 14 percent, and lightness of 80 percent. The CMYK process values are 7 percent, 4 percent, 0 percent, 17 percent.

#C6CBD4 color swatch
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#C6CBD4 Color Meaning

Color #C6CBD4 conveys cool neutrality, calm sophistication, and reflective stability. #C6CBD4 pale gray evokes ice flows and polished stone. Psychologically, color #C6CBD4 reduces emotional noise and supports thoughtful analysis. Designers often use #C6CBD4 to create serene and balanced spaces. Symbolically, color #C6CBD4 represents subtle strength and composed observation. Cultural associations link #C6CBD4 to industrial design and understated elegance. Spiritually, color #C6CBD4 embodies quiet discernment and mindful calm.

Color Conversion

Convert #C6CBD4 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
#C6CBD4
RGB
rgb(198, 203, 212)
HSL
hsl(219°, 14%, 80%)
CMYK
cmyk(7%, 4%, 0%, 17%)
HSV
hsv(219°, 7%, 83%)
XYZ
56.5283 59.4711 70.7871
Yxy
59.4711 0.3026 0.3184
Hunter Lab
77.1175 0.0020 -1.3714
CIE-Lab
81.5499 0.0070 -5.0691

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red198 / 255 (78%)
78%
Green203 / 255 (80%)
80%
Blue212 / 255 (83%)
83%

CMYK Values

Cyan7 / 100 (7%)
Magenta4 / 100 (4%)
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)17 / 100 (17%)
17%

Color Variations

#C6CBD4 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

#C6CBD4 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 #C6CBD4 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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#C6CBD4

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

1.63:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.63:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.63:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #C6CBD4 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

#C6CBD4

protanopia

#c8c8d2

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #C6CBD4;

Text Color

color: #C6CBD4;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #C6CBD4;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #C6CBD440;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #C6CBD4;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #C6CBD4 0%, #657085 100%);

#C6CBD4 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #C6CBD4 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.