lightsteelblue

#B1B4E7

Cool

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Pro

Conversions

RGB177, 180, 231
CMYK23, 22, 0, 9
HSL237°, 53%, 80%
LAB74, 7, -26
Closest Library Match
indigo-30095% Match

Readability

1.99On WhiteFAIL
10.55On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #B1B4E7

The hexadecimal color code #B1B4E7 is a light, moderate shade of Blue (known as lightsteelblue). In the RGB color model, #B1B4E7 is comprised of 177 red, 180 green, and 231 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 237 degrees, a saturation of 53%, and a lightness of 80%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 485 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #B1B4E7.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind