lightsteelblue

#BBC6DD

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB187, 198, 221
CMYK15, 10, 0, 13
HSL221°, 33%, 80%
LAB80, 0, -13
Closest Library Match
slate-30095% Match

Readability

1.71On WhiteFAIL
12.23On 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 #BBC6DD

The hexadecimal color code #BBC6DD is a light, muted shade of Blue (known as lightsteelblue). In the RGB color model, #BBC6DD is comprised of 187 red, 198 green, and 221 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 221 degrees, a saturation of 33%, and a lightness of 80%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 497 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create muted 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 #BBC6DD.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind