#9DADE1

#9DADE1

Color Values

HEX

#9DADE1

RGB

157, 173, 225

HSL

225.9, 53.1%, 74.9%

HSV

225.9, 30.2%, 88.2%

CMYK

30.2%, 23.1%, 0.0%, 11.8%

OKLCH

0.754 0.0772 271.2

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: #9DADE1;
color: #9DADE1;
border-color: #9DADE1;
Nearest Tailwind: Indigo 300 #A5B4FC

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

9.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #9DADE1?

RGB(157, 173, 225) · HSL(225.9, 53.1%, 74.9%) · CMYK(30.2%, 23.1%, 0.0%, 11.8%)

Does #9DADE1 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.21:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #9DADE1?

Use 000000 text on a #9DADE1 background; contrast on black is 9.5:1.