Light Blue

Q: How do I use #AFCDE9 in CSS?

You can use #AFCDE9 in CSS with: background-color: #AFCDE9; or color: #AFCDE9; or as an RGB value: rgb(175, 205, 233). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 12%, 0%, 9%.

#AFCDE9

Light Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #AFCDE9. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 175, 205, 233 in digital design or CMYK 25%, 12%, 0%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Blue Color Values

HEX: #AFCDE9
RGB: 175, 205, 233
HSL: 209°, 57%, 80%
CMYK: 25, 12, 0, 9

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Blue sits at 209° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 80% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 25%, 12%, 0%, 9% 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: #AFCDE9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 175, 205, 233;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AFCDE9',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 25%
M: 12%
Y: 0%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(175, 205, 233)
rgba(175, 205, 233, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 209° on the color wheel

Intel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AFCDE9?

#AFCDE9 is Light Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 175, 205, 233. It has a hue of 209°, 57% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #AFCDE9?

The RGB color code for #AFCDE9 is rgb(175, 205, 233). This means it contains 175 red, 205 green, and 233 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Blue a warm or cool color?

Light Blue (#AFCDE9) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #AFCDE9 in CSS?

You can use #AFCDE9 in CSS with: background-color: #AFCDE9; or color: #AFCDE9; or as an RGB value: rgb(175, 205, 233). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 12%, 0%, 9%.