Lavender Blue

Q: How do I use #AAB3EE in CSS?

You can use #AAB3EE in CSS with: background-color: #AAB3EE; or color: #AAB3EE; or as an RGB value: rgb(170, 179, 238). For print design, use CMYK: 29%, 25%, 0%, 7%.

#AAB3EE

Lavender Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #AAB3EE. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 170, 179, 238 in digital design or CMYK 29%, 25%, 0%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Blue Color Values

HEX: #AAB3EE
RGB: 170, 179, 238
HSL: 232°, 67%, 80%
CMYK: 29, 25, 0, 7

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Lavender Blue sits at 232° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 67% saturation and 80% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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

When using Lavender Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 29%, 25%, 0%, 7% 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 Lavender Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #AAB3EE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 170, 179, 238;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AAB3EE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 29%
M: 25%
Y: 0%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(170, 179, 238)
rgba(170, 179, 238, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 232° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AAB3EE?

#AAB3EE is Lavender Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 170, 179, 238. It has a hue of 232°, 67% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #AAB3EE?

The RGB color code for #AAB3EE is rgb(170, 179, 238). This means it contains 170 red, 179 green, and 238 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Lavender Blue a warm or cool color?

Lavender Blue (#AAB3EE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #AAB3EE in CSS?

You can use #AAB3EE in CSS with: background-color: #AAB3EE; or color: #AAB3EE; or as an RGB value: rgb(170, 179, 238). For print design, use CMYK: 29%, 25%, 0%, 7%.