#BAD9FB

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BAD9FB?

RGB(186, 217, 251), HSL(211.4, 89.0%, 85.7%), CMYK(25.9%, 13.5%, 0.0%, 1.6%).

Q: Does #BAD9FB meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

Overview

#BAD9FB is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 186, 217, 251, in HSL 211.4°, 89.0%, 85.7%, and in CMYK 25.9%, 13.5%, 0.0%, 1.6%. The nearest named color is lightsteelblue 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#BAD9FB

RGB

186, 217, 251

HSL

211.4, 89.0%, 85.7%

HSV

211.4, 25.9%, 98.4%

CMYK

25.9%, 13.5%, 0.0%, 1.6%

OKLCH

0.8739 0.0577 250.9

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: lightsteelblue 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.