#AEC7D0

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #AEC7D0?

RGB(174, 199, 208), HSL(195.9, 26.6%, 74.9%), CMYK(16.3%, 4.3%, 0.0%, 18.4%).

Q: Does #AEC7D0 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.77:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#AEC7D0 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 174, 199, 208, in HSL 195.9°, 26.6%, 74.9%, and in CMYK 16.3%, 4.3%, 0.0%, 18.4%. The nearest named color is lightcyan 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#AEC7D0

RGB

174, 199, 208

HSL

195.9, 26.6%, 74.9%

HSV

195.9, 16.3%, 81.6%

CMYK

16.3%, 4.3%, 0.0%, 18.4%

OKLCH

0.8138 0.0299 221.5

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: lightcyan 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.