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Light Blue

#BADEDB

Light Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #BADEDB. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 186, 222, 219 in digital design or CMYK 16%, 0%, 1%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Blue Color Values

HEX
#BADEDB
RGB
186, 222, 219
HSL
175°, 35%, 80%
CMYK
16, 0, 1, 13

About this color

Light Blue sits at 175° 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 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 16%, 0%, 1%, 13% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Light Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #BADEDB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 186, 222, 219;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BADEDB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 16%
M: 0%
Y: 1%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(186, 222, 219)
rgba(186, 222, 219, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 175° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BADEDB?
#BADEDB is Light Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 186, 222, 219. It has a hue of 175°, 35% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #BADEDB?
The RGB color code for #BADEDB is rgb(186, 222, 219). This means it contains 186 red, 222 green, and 219 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Light Blue a warm or cool color?
Light Blue (#BADEDB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #BADEDB in CSS?
You can use #BADEDB in CSS with: background-color: #BADEDB; or color: #BADEDB; or as an RGB value: rgb(186, 222, 219). For print design, use CMYK: 16%, 0%, 1%, 13%.