#74B1EE

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74B1EE?

RGB(116, 177, 238), HSL(210.0, 78.2%, 69.4%), CMYK(51.3%, 25.6%, 0.0%, 6.7%).

Q: Does #74B1EE meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.27:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#74B1EE is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 116, 177, 238, in HSL 210.0°, 78.2%, 69.4%, and in CMYK 51.3%, 25.6%, 0.0%, 6.7%. The nearest named color is steelblue 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#74B1EE

RGB

116, 177, 238

HSL

210.0, 78.2%, 69.4%

HSV

210.0, 51.3%, 93.3%

CMYK

51.3%, 25.6%, 0.0%, 6.7%

OKLCH

0.7431 0.1091 249.5

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: steelblue 2

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.