#A8B3BE

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A8B3BE?

RGB(168, 179, 190), HSL(210.0, 14.5%, 70.2%), CMYK(11.6%, 5.8%, 0.0%, 25.5%).

Q: Does #A8B3BE meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.13:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A8B3BE is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 168, 179, 190, in HSL 210.0°, 14.5%, 70.2%, and in CMYK 11.6%, 5.8%, 0.0%, 25.5%. The nearest named color is Cadet Blue.

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Color Values

HEX

#A8B3BE

RGB

168, 179, 190

HSL

210.0, 14.5%, 70.2%

HSV

210.0, 11.6%, 74.5%

CMYK

11.6%, 5.8%, 0.0%, 25.5%

OKLCH

0.7616 0.02 248.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Cadet Blue

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.