Light Blue

Q: How do I use #9CC9C3 in CSS?

You can use #9CC9C3 in CSS with: background-color: #9CC9C3; or color: #9CC9C3; or as an RGB value: rgb(156, 201, 195). For print design, use CMYK: 22%, 0%, 3%, 21%.

#9CC9C3

Light Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #9CC9C3. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 156, 201, 195 in digital design or CMYK 22%, 0%, 3%, 21% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Blue Color Values

HEX: #9CC9C3
RGB: 156, 201, 195
HSL: 172°, 29%, 70%
CMYK: 22, 0, 3, 21

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Blue sits at 172° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 29% saturation and 70% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

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

When using Light Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 22%, 0%, 3%, 21% 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 Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9CC9C3;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 156, 201, 195;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9CC9C3',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 22%
M: 0%
Y: 3%
K: 21%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(156, 201, 195)
rgba(156, 201, 195, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 172° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9CC9C3?

#9CC9C3 is Light Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 156, 201, 195. It has a hue of 172°, 29% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #9CC9C3?

The RGB color code for #9CC9C3 is rgb(156, 201, 195). This means it contains 156 red, 201 green, and 195 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Blue a warm or cool color?

Light Blue (#9CC9C3) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #9CC9C3 in CSS?

You can use #9CC9C3 in CSS with: background-color: #9CC9C3; or color: #9CC9C3; or as an RGB value: rgb(156, 201, 195). For print design, use CMYK: 22%, 0%, 3%, 21%.