Lavender Blue

Q: How do I use #BABADE in CSS?

You can use #BABADE in CSS with: background-color: #BABADE; or color: #BABADE; or as an RGB value: rgb(186, 186, 222). For print design, use CMYK: 16%, 16%, 0%, 13%.

#BABADE

Lavender Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #BABADE. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 186, 186, 222 in digital design or CMYK 16%, 16%, 0%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Lavender Blue Color Values

HEX: #BABADE
RGB: 186, 186, 222
HSL: 240°, 35%, 80%
CMYK: 16, 16, 0, 13

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Lavender Blue sits at 240° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 35% saturation and 80% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 16%, 16%, 0%, 13% 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: #BABADE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 186, 186, 222;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BABADE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 16%
M: 16%
Y: 0%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(186, 186, 222)
rgba(186, 186, 222, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

14 brand s with colors near 240° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BABADE?

#BABADE is Lavender Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 186, 186, 222. It has a hue of 240°, 35% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #BABADE?

The RGB color code for #BABADE is rgb(186, 186, 222). This means it contains 186 red, 186 green, and 222 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Lavender Blue a warm or cool color?

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

How do I use #BABADE in CSS?

You can use #BABADE in CSS with: background-color: #BABADE; or color: #BABADE; or as an RGB value: rgb(186, 186, 222). For print design, use CMYK: 16%, 16%, 0%, 13%.