Color #DEF2EC Color / Colour Code #DEF2EC
This page shows the hex color code for color #def2ec (#DEF2EC). The colour is a cyan tone with 43% saturation and 91% lightness. Explore its conversions, colour palettes, gradients, accessibility data, and CSS code below.
Color Conversions
Accessibility Contrast
WCAG contrast ratios for #DEF2EC against common backgrounds.
Complementary Colors
#DEF2EC paired with its color wheel opposite for maximum contrast.
Analogous Colors
Hues at 132, 162, and 192 degrees for harmonious combinations.
Triadic Palette
Three colors at 162, 282, and 42 degrees.
Color Palettes Using #DEF2EC
Five shades at lightness levels 15% through 85% while keeping hue at 162 and saturation at 43%. Use the darkest shade for text and the lightest for backgrounds to build a cohesive single-hue design system.
Adjacent hues from 162 to 207 degrees create a warm, unified palette. This analogous scheme works for marketing materials, seasonal campaigns, and any design that needs visual warmth without clashing colors.
Combines the base color at hue 162 with its complement at 342 and two adjacent cool tones. This split-complementary approach provides strong visual contrast while remaining more balanced than a pure complementary scheme.
Five evenly spaced hues at 40% saturation and 80% lightness. Pastels are gentle on the eyes and work well for dashboards, onboarding screens, category tags, and any interface where multiple distinct colors are needed without visual aggression.
Shades & Tints of #DEF2EC
Lightness variations at hue 162 and 43% saturation.
CSS Gradients with #DEF2EC
Design Use Cases for #DEF2EC
Balanced UI Color
At 43% saturation, #DEF2EC strikes a balance between vibrancy and restraint. This makes it versatile for primary UI elements like navigation bars, card headers, and form accents. It draws attention without overwhelming adjacent content.
Near-White Background
At 91% lightness, #DEF2EC is very close to white but carries a subtle cyan tint. This is perfect for alternating row backgrounds in tables, subtle section differentiation, and adding warmth or coolness to an otherwise stark white design.
Clarity & Technology
#DEF2EC is in the cyan spectrum (hue 162). Cyan evokes technology, clarity, and innovation. It works well for tech product interfaces, data visualization accents, loading indicators, and futuristic design themes. Cyan provides a modern alternative to traditional blues.
Gradient Pairing
Create a gradient from #DEF2EC (hue 162) to its complement at hue 342. For a subtler effect, try pairing with an analogous color at hue 192. Use CSS: background: linear-gradient(135deg, #def2ec, #f2dee4);
CSS Code for #DEF2EC
Similar Colors
Colors visually similar to #DEF2EC based on RGB, lightness, and hue variations.
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Apply #DEF2EC across image editing and color design tools.
About Color #DEF2EC (#DEF2EC)
#DEF2EC is a cyan color (colour) with RGB channel values of 222 red, 242 green, and 236 blue. The green channel is dominant with a relatively balanced channel distribution. In HSL terms, the hue sits at 162 degrees with 43% saturation and 91% lightness, placing it in the neutral-to-cool range of the colour spectrum.
The perceived brightness of #DEF2EC is 235/255 using the ITU-R BT.601 luma formula (0.299R + 0.587G + 0.114B). This means it appears bright to the human eye and is best paired with dark text for readability. For print production, the CMYK equivalent is 8% cyan, 0% magenta, 2% yellow, and 5% key (black).
The WCAG contrast ratio of #DEF2EC against white is 1.17:1 and against black is 18.02:1. This does not meet AA requirements on white. Use it on dark backgrounds where it achieves 18.02:1, or use it exclusively for decorative purposes.
The complementary colour #F2DEE4 creates maximum visual tension when paired with #DEF2EC. For more harmonious color combinations, use the analogous colours #DEF2E2 and #DEEEF2, which sit 30 degrees on either side of the hue wheel. To build a complete design system, start with the monochromatic scale above for consistent shade variations, then add one complementary or triadic accent for interactive elements.
How to Explore Color #DEF2EC
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What color / colour is #DEF2EC?
- #DEF2EC is Color #DEF2EC, a cyan color (colour) with RGB(222, 242, 236), HSL(162, 43%, 91%), and CMYK(8%, 0%, 2%, 5%). Its perceived brightness is 235/255.
- Is #DEF2EC accessible for text?
- Against white, #DEF2EC has a contrast ratio of 1.17:1 (fails AA for normal text). Against black, it has 18.02:1 (passes AA). Use the contrast checker tool for custom background pairings.
- What colours pair well with #DEF2EC?
- The complementary colour is #F2DEE4 (hue 342). For subtle color combinations, use analogous colours #DEF2E2 and #DEEEF2. The triadic palette adds #ECDEF2 and #F2ECDE for vibrant variety.
- How do I use #DEF2EC in CSS?
- Use any format: color: #def2ec; or rgb(222, 242, 236); or hsl(162, 43%, 91%). For CSS custom properties: --color-primary: 162 43% 91%; then use it as hsl(var(--color-primary)).
- Is this color / colour explorer free?
- Yes, completely free with no signup required. All colour calculations run in your browser. You can explore any valid hex color code, not just the pre-generated palette.