NCS S 0520-R80B Light Lavender

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B0B8E0?

RGB(176, 184, 224), HSL(230.0, 43.6%, 78.4%), CMYK(21.4%, 17.9%, 0.0%, 12.2%).

Q: Does #B0B8E0 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.95:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#B0B8E0

NCS color

NCS S 0520-R80B (#B0B8E0) is a muted, pale NCS lavender — a red with strong 80% blue shift, placing it firmly in the violet-blue family at high lightness. This restrained lavender conveys tranquility and gentle sophistication, appearing in wellness branding, meditation app interfaces, and soft-furnishing textiles where a calming, dreamy atmosphere is desired.

Color Values

HEX

#B0B8E0

RGB

176, 184, 224

HSL

230.0, 43.6%, 78.4%

HSV

230.0, 21.4%, 87.8%

CMYK

21.4%, 17.9%, 0.0%, 12.2%

OKLCH

0.7898 0.0575 276.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: NCS S 0520-R80B Light Lavender

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.