#BFD3F8

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BFD3F8?

RGB(191, 211, 248), HSL(218.9, 80.3%, 86.1%), CMYK(23.0%, 14.9%, 0.0%, 2.7%).

Q: Does #BFD3F8 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.51:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BFD3F8 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 191, 211, 248, in HSL 218.9°, 80.3%, 86.1%, and in CMYK 23.0%, 14.9%, 0.0%, 2.7%. The nearest named color is lightsteelblue 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#BFD3F8

RGB

191, 211, 248

HSL

218.9, 80.3%, 86.1%

HSV

218.9, 23.0%, 97.3%

CMYK

23.0%, 14.9%, 0.0%, 2.7%

OKLCH

0.864 0.056 262.7

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.