#85B2DF

#85B2DF

Color Values

HEX

#85B2DF

RGB

133, 178, 223

HSL

210.0, 58.4%, 69.8%

HSV

210.0, 40.4%, 87.5%

CMYK

40.4%, 20.2%, 0.0%, 12.5%

OKLCH

0.748 0.0812 249.0

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: #85B2DF;
color: #85B2DF;
border-color: #85B2DF;
Nearest Tailwind: Blue 300 #93C5FD

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

9.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #85B2DF?

RGB(133, 178, 223) · HSL(210.0, 58.4%, 69.8%) · CMYK(40.4%, 20.2%, 0.0%, 12.5%)

Does #85B2DF meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.23:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #85B2DF?

Use 000000 text on a #85B2DF background; contrast on black is 9.43:1.