Spindle

Q: How do I use #B2C9E6 in CSS?

You can use #B2C9E6 in CSS with: background-color: #B2C9E6; or color: #B2C9E6; or as an RGB value: rgb(178, 201, 230). For print design, use CMYK: 23%, 13%, 0%, 10%.

#B2C9E6

Spindle is a cool light color with the hex code #B2C9E6. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 178, 201, 230 in digital design or CMYK 23%, 13%, 0%, 10% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Spindle color values

HEX: #B2C9E6
RGB: 178, 201, 230
HSL: 213°, 51%, 80%
CMYK: 23, 13, 0, 10

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Spindle sits at 213° on the color wheel with 51% saturation and 80% lightness, placing it in the blue segment of the spectrum. The moderate 51% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The elevated lightness keeps it airy and open, well-suited to large surface areas without visual weight.

In digital environments, Spindle is rendered as rgb(178, 201, 230), where the blue channel is highest at 230, anchoring the color in the cool register. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Spindle translates to a CMYK breakdown of 23C 13M 0Y 10K. The low-to-moderate black value (10%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its cyan ink content (23%), with black serving as a supporting shadow tone. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Spindle

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #B2C9E6;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 178, 201, 230;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B2C9E6',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 23%
M: 13%
Y: 0%
K: 10%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(178, 201, 230)
rgba(178, 201, 230, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

24 brand s with colors near 213° on the color wheel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently asked questions

What color is #B2C9E6?

#B2C9E6 is Spindle, a cool light color with RGB values of 178, 201, 230. It has a hue of 213°, 51% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #B2C9E6?

The RGB color code for #B2C9E6 is rgb(178, 201, 230). This means it contains 178 red, 201 green, and 230 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Spindle a warm or cool color?

Spindle (#B2C9E6) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #B2C9E6 in CSS?

You can use #B2C9E6 in CSS with: background-color: #B2C9E6; or color: #B2C9E6; or as an RGB value: rgb(178, 201, 230). For print design, use CMYK: 23%, 13%, 0%, 10%.