#B8C0C6

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B8C0C6?

RGB(184, 192, 198), HSL(205.7, 10.9%, 74.9%), CMYK(7.1%, 3.0%, 0.0%, 22.4%).

Q: Does #B8C0C6 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.84:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B8C0C6 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 184, 192, 198, in HSL 205.7°, 10.9%, 74.9%, and in CMYK 7.1%, 3.0%, 0.0%, 22.4%. The nearest named color is silver.

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Color Values

HEX

#B8C0C6

RGB

184, 192, 198

HSL

205.7, 10.9%, 74.9%

HSV

205.7, 7.1%, 77.6%

CMYK

7.1%, 3.0%, 0.0%, 22.4%

OKLCH

0.8033 0.0123 239.9

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: silver

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.