Lavender Blue

Q: How do I use #ADBCEB in CSS?

You can use #ADBCEB in CSS with: background-color: #ADBCEB; or color: #ADBCEB; or as an RGB value: rgb(173, 188, 235). For print design, use CMYK: 26%, 20%, 0%, 8%.

#ADBCEB

Lavender Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #ADBCEB. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 173, 188, 235 in digital design or CMYK 26%, 20%, 0%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Blue Color Values

HEX: #ADBCEB
RGB: 173, 188, 235
HSL: 225°, 61%, 80%
CMYK: 26, 20, 0, 8

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Lavender Blue sits at 225° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 61% 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 26%, 20%, 0%, 8% 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: #ADBCEB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 173, 188, 235;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#ADBCEB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 26%
M: 20%
Y: 0%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(173, 188, 235)
rgba(173, 188, 235, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

17 brand s with colors near 225° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #ADBCEB?

#ADBCEB is Lavender Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 173, 188, 235. It has a hue of 225°, 61% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #ADBCEB?

The RGB color code for #ADBCEB is rgb(173, 188, 235). This means it contains 173 red, 188 green, and 235 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Lavender Blue a warm or cool color?

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

How do I use #ADBCEB in CSS?

You can use #ADBCEB in CSS with: background-color: #ADBCEB; or color: #ADBCEB; or as an RGB value: rgb(173, 188, 235). For print design, use CMYK: 26%, 20%, 0%, 8%.