#96B9DC

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #96B9DC?

RGB(150, 185, 220), HSL(210.0, 50.0%, 72.5%), CMYK(31.8%, 15.9%, 0.0%, 13.7%).

Q: Does #96B9DC meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.04:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#96B9DC is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 150, 185, 220, in HSL 210.0°, 50.0%, 72.5%, and in CMYK 31.8%, 15.9%, 0.0%, 13.7%. The nearest named color is lightskyblue 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#96B9DC

RGB

150, 185, 220

HSL

210.0, 50.0%, 72.5%

HSV

210.0, 31.8%, 86.3%

CMYK

31.8%, 15.9%, 0.0%, 13.7%

OKLCH

0.7723 0.063 248.7

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: lightskyblue 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.