#B3AAED

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B3AAED?

RGB(179, 170, 237), HSL(248.1, 65.0%, 79.8%), CMYK(24.5%, 28.3%, 0.0%, 7.1%).

Q: Does #B3AAED meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.12:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B3AAED is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 179, 170, 237, in HSL 248.1°, 65.0%, 79.8%, and in CMYK 24.5%, 28.3%, 0.0%, 7.1%. The nearest named color is Wisteria.

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Color Values

HEX

#B3AAED

RGB

179, 170, 237

HSL

248.1, 65.0%, 79.8%

HSV

248.1, 28.3%, 92.9%

CMYK

24.5%, 28.3%, 0.0%, 7.1%

OKLCH

0.7698 0.0951 290.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Wisteria

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.