#B1DCEE

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B1DCEE?

RGB(177, 220, 238), HSL(197.7, 64.2%, 81.4%), CMYK(25.6%, 7.6%, 0.0%, 6.7%).

Q: Does #B1DCEE meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.46:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B1DCEE is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 177, 220, 238, in HSL 197.7°, 64.2%, 81.4%, and in CMYK 25.6%, 7.6%, 0.0%, 6.7%. The nearest named color is lightblue 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#B1DCEE

RGB

177, 220, 238

HSL

197.7, 64.2%, 81.4%

HSV

197.7, 25.6%, 93.3%

CMYK

25.6%, 7.6%, 0.0%, 6.7%

OKLCH

0.8698 0.0513 225.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: lightblue 2

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.