#A4BECC

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A4BECC?

RGB(164, 190, 204), HSL(201.0, 28.2%, 72.2%), CMYK(19.6%, 6.9%, 0.0%, 20.0%).

Q: Does #A4BECC meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.94:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A4BECC is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 164, 190, 204, in HSL 201.0°, 28.2%, 72.2%, and in CMYK 19.6%, 6.9%, 0.0%, 20.0%. The nearest named color is lightblue 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#A4BECC

RGB

164, 190, 204

HSL

201.0, 28.2%, 72.2%

HSV

201.0, 19.6%, 80.0%

CMYK

19.6%, 6.9%, 0.0%, 20.0%

OKLCH

0.7865 0.0347 231.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: lightblue 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.