#7F9ED6

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7F9ED6?

RGB(127, 158, 214), HSL(218.6, 51.5%, 66.9%), CMYK(40.7%, 26.2%, 0.0%, 16.1%).

Q: Does #7F9ED6 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.7:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#7F9ED6 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 127, 158, 214, in HSL 218.6°, 51.5%, 66.9%, and in CMYK 40.7%, 26.2%, 0.0%, 16.1%. The nearest named color is steelblue 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#7F9ED6

RGB

127, 158, 214

HSL

218.6, 51.5%, 66.9%

HSV

218.6, 40.7%, 83.9%

CMYK

40.7%, 26.2%, 0.0%, 16.1%

OKLCH

0.6977 0.0898 261.9

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: steelblue 3

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.