#8796EC

#8796EC

Color Values

HEX

#8796EC

RGB

135, 150, 236

HSL

231.1, 72.7%, 72.7%

HSV

231.1, 42.8%, 92.5%

CMYK

42.8%, 36.4%, 0.0%, 7.5%

OKLCH

0.6972 0.1272 275.1

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: #8796EC;
color: #8796EC;
border-color: #8796EC;
Nearest Tailwind: Indigo 400 #818CF8

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

7.6:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8796EC?

RGB(135, 150, 236) · HSL(231.1, 72.7%, 72.7%) · CMYK(42.8%, 36.4%, 0.0%, 7.5%)

Does #8796EC meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.76:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8796EC?

Use 000000 text on a #8796EC background; contrast on black is 7.6:1.