#C9CD7E color code insights

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

RGB:rgb(201, 205, 126)

HSL:hsl(63, 44%, 65%)

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HEX

#C9CD7E

RGB

201, 205, 126

HSL

63°, 44%, 65%

HSV

63°, 39%, 80%

CMYK

2%, 0%, 39%, 20%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX

#C9CD7E

≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #C9CD7E 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%#C9CD7E

10%#BFC467

20%#B5BA4F

30%#A2A741

40%#8B8F38

50%#74772E

60%#5D5F25

70%#45481C

80%#2E3013

90%#171809

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#C9CD7E

10%#CED28B

20%#D4D798

30%#D9DCA5

40%#DFE1B2

50%#E4E6BF

60%#E9EBCC

70%#EFF0D8

80%#F4F5E5

90%#FAFAF2

100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #C9CD7E.

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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 #C9CD7E 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#C9CD7E

Contrast ratio12.52:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#C9CD7E

Contrast ratio1.68:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#C9CD7E

Contrast ratio12.52:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #C9CD7E appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #C9CD7E 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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