#CED5EF

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #CED5EF?

RGB(206, 213, 239), HSL(227.3, 50.8%, 87.3%), CMYK(13.8%, 10.9%, 0.0%, 6.3%).

Q: Does #CED5EF meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

Overview

#CED5EF is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 206, 213, 239, in HSL 227.3°, 50.8%, 87.3%, and in CMYK 13.8%, 10.9%, 0.0%, 6.3%. The nearest named color is Periwinkle.

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Color Values

HEX

#CED5EF

RGB

206, 213, 239

HSL

227.3, 50.8%, 87.3%

HSV

227.3, 13.8%, 93.7%

CMYK

13.8%, 10.9%, 0.0%, 6.3%

OKLCH

0.8757 0.0367 273.7

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Periwinkle

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.