Light Blue is a
cool light color with the hex code #BDD8DB.
This muted hue can be represented as RGB
189, 216, 219 in digital design or CMYK 14%, 1%, 0%, 14% for print applications.
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Light Blue
#BDD8DB
Light Blue Color Values
- HEX
- #BDD8DB
- RGB
- 189, 216, 219
- HSL
- 186°, 29%, 80%
- CMYK
- 14, 1, 0, 14
Shades & Tints
About this color
Light Blue sits at 186° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 29% saturation and 80% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.
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 14%, 1%, 0%, 14% 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: #BDD8DB;
--brand-primary-rgb: 189, 216, 219;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#BDD8DB',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 14%
M: 1%
Y: 0%
K: 14% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(189, 216, 219)
rgba(189, 216, 219, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #BDD8DB?
What is the RGB value of #BDD8DB?
Is Light Blue a warm or cool color?
How do I use #BDD8DB in CSS?
background-color: #BDD8DB; or color: #BDD8DB; or as an RGB value: rgb(189, 216, 219). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 1%, 0%, 14%.