#BFC7E7

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BFC7E7?

RGB(191, 199, 231), HSL(228.0, 45.5%, 82.7%), CMYK(17.3%, 13.9%, 0.0%, 9.4%).

Q: Does #BFC7E7 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.67:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BFC7E7 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 191, 199, 231, in HSL 228.0°, 45.5%, 82.7%, and in CMYK 17.3%, 13.9%, 0.0%, 9.4%. The nearest named color is lightsteelblue.

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Color Values

HEX

#BFC7E7

RGB

191, 199, 231

HSL

228.0, 45.5%, 82.7%

HSV

228.0, 17.3%, 90.6%

CMYK

17.3%, 13.9%, 0.0%, 9.4%

OKLCH

0.8338 0.0456 274.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: lightsteelblue

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.