#ADCCE8

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #ADCCE8?

RGB(173, 204, 232), HSL(208.5, 56.2%, 79.4%), CMYK(25.4%, 12.1%, 0.0%, 9.0%).

Q: Does #ADCCE8 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.67:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#ADCCE8 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 173, 204, 232, in HSL 208.5°, 56.2%, 79.4%, and in CMYK 25.4%, 12.1%, 0.0%, 9.0%. The nearest named color is NCS S 0520-B Light Blue.

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Color Values

HEX

#ADCCE8

RGB

173, 204, 232

HSL

208.5, 56.2%, 79.4%

HSV

208.5, 25.4%, 91.0%

CMYK

25.4%, 12.1%, 0.0%, 9.0%

OKLCH

0.8317 0.0516 245.7

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: NCS S 0520-B Light 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.