Light Sky Blue

Q: How do I use #8CADD9 in CSS?

You can use #8CADD9 in CSS with: background-color: #8CADD9; or color: #8CADD9; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 173, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 35%, 20%, 0%, 15%.

#8CADD9

Light Sky Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #8CADD9. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 140, 173, 217 in digital design or CMYK 35%, 20%, 0%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Sky Blue Color Values

HEX: #8CADD9
RGB: 140, 173, 217
HSL: 214°, 50%, 70%
CMYK: 35, 20, 0, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Sky Blue sits at 214° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 50% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Light Sky Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Light Sky Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 35%, 20%, 0%, 15% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Light Sky Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8CADD9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 140, 173, 217;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8CADD9',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 35%
M: 20%
Y: 0%
K: 15%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(140, 173, 217)
rgba(140, 173, 217, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

18 brand s with colors near 214° on the color wheel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8CADD9?

#8CADD9 is Light Sky Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 140, 173, 217. It has a hue of 214°, 50% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8CADD9?

The RGB color code for #8CADD9 is rgb(140, 173, 217). This means it contains 140 red, 173 green, and 217 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Sky Blue a warm or cool color?

Light Sky Blue (#8CADD9) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #8CADD9 in CSS?

You can use #8CADD9 in CSS with: background-color: #8CADD9; or color: #8CADD9; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 173, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 35%, 20%, 0%, 15%.