#C2B6E2 color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(194, 182, 226)
HSL:hsl(256, 43%, 80%)
HEX
#C2B6E2
RGB
194, 182, 226
HSL
256°, 43%, 80%
HSV
256°, 19%, 89%
CMYK
14%, 19%, 0%, 11%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX
#C2B6E2
≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #C2B6E2 behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%
0%#C2B6E2
10%#A999D6
20%#917CCB
30%#785FBF
40%#6246AF
50%#523A92
60%#412F75
70%#312358
80%#21173A
90%#100C1D
100%#000000

Tints

0–100%
0%#C2B6E2
10%#C8BDE5
20%#CEC5E8
30%#D4CCEB
40%#DAD3EE
50%#E0DBF0
60%#E7E2F3
70%#EDE9F6
80%#F3F0F9
90%#F9F8FC
100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #C2B6E2.

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Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #C2B6E2 is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text
Text color#000000
Background#C2B6E2
Contrast ratio11.08:1
WCAG levelAAA
Sample text on white text
Text color#FFFFFF
Background#C2B6E2
Contrast ratio1.89:1
WCAG levelFail
Recommended text preview
Text color#000000
Background#C2B6E2
Contrast ratio11.08:1
WCAG levelAAA

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Color Analysis

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Blindness Simulator

Preview how #C2B6E2 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

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Creative Aspects

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Design guidance

Balance

Treat #C2B6E2 as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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