#74B4FF

#74B4FF

Color Values

HEX

#74B4FF

RGB

116, 180, 255

HSL

212.4, 100.0%, 72.7%

HSV

212.4, 54.5%, 100.0%

CMYK

54.5%, 29.4%, 0.0%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.7575 0.1272 253.3

Properties

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.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #74B4FF;
color: #74B4FF;
border-color: #74B4FF;
Nearest Tailwind: Blue 400 #60A5FA

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

9.72:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74B4FF?

RGB(116, 180, 255) · HSL(212.4, 100.0%, 72.7%) · CMYK(54.5%, 29.4%, 0.0%, 0.0%)

Does #74B4FF meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.16:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74B4FF?

Use 000000 text on a #74B4FF background; contrast on black is 9.72:1.