lightsteelblue

#BBAFE9

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB187, 175, 233
CMYK20, 25, 0, 9
HSL252°, 57%, 80%
LAB74, 13, -28
Closest Library Match
violet-30095% Match

Readability

2.01On WhiteFAIL
10.42On 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 #BBAFE9

The hexadecimal color code #BBAFE9 is a light, moderate shade of Blue (known as lightsteelblue). In the RGB color model, #BBAFE9 is comprised of 187 red, 175 green, and 233 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 252 degrees, a saturation of 57%, and a lightness of 80%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 475 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 #BBAFE9.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind