Shark
Also known as: Light Relax, Beach House Blue, Liquid Hydrogen, Embellishment
Quietly cool and clear, Shark is a cool-toned cyan that earns its keep in healthcare apps and modern branding. A red counterpart from the complementary harmony gives it the most tension. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (14.80:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Shark color codes
- HEX
- #CADCDE
- RGB
- rgb(202, 220, 222)
- RGBA
- rgba(202, 220, 222, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(186, 23%, 83%)
- HSV
- hsv(186, 9%, 87%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(9%, 1%, 0%, 13%)
- LAB
- lab(86.4 -5.9 -3.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(88.2% 0.020 204.8)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
subtle cyan undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: lightblue#ADD8E6 · ΔE 7.4
- RAL 7035 — Light grey#CBD0CC · ΔE 5.9 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Shark works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Soft and low-saturation — a candidate for full walls, where vivid colors overwhelm.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Sits in the trust register — a natural primary for finance, health, and B2B brands.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Shark
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Shark by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 1.42:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 14.80:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Shark background: #000000
Palettes featuring Shark
Shark with its complement
Soft neighbors of Shark
Shark triad
Similar colors
- Northwind#CEE5E9 · ΔE 2.5
- Windy#BDD1D2 · ΔE 2.9
- Goddess#D0E1E8 · ΔE 2.9
- Dreamstress#D6E5EA · ΔE 3.1
- Airy#DAE6E9 · ΔE 3.6
- Breezy#C2DDE6 · ΔE 3.6
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Shark is closest to China Silk.
Shark FAQs
What color is Shark?
Shark is a light cyan with the hex code #CADCDE. In HSL terms it has a hue of 186°, 23% saturation, and 83% lightness.
What is the hex code for Shark?
The hex code for Shark is #CADCDE. In RGB it's rgb(202, 220, 222), and in CMYK it's cmyk(9%, 1%, 0%, 13%).
What colors go well with Shark?
Shark pairs naturally with red tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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