Light Gray

Q: How do I use #BFD4D9 in CSS?

You can use #BFD4D9 in CSS with: background-color: #BFD4D9; or color: #BFD4D9; or as an RGB value: rgb(191, 212, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 2%, 0%, 15%.

#BFD4D9

Light Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #BFD4D9. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 191, 212, 217 in digital design or CMYK 12%, 2%, 0%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Gray Color Values

HEX: #BFD4D9
RGB: 191, 212, 217
HSL: 192°, 25%, 80%
CMYK: 12, 2, 0, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Gray sits at 192° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 80% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, cool colors like Light Gray work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Light Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 12%, 2%, 0%, 15% 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 Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #BFD4D9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 191, 212, 217;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BFD4D9',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 12%
M: 2%
Y: 0%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(191, 212, 217)
rgba(191, 212, 217, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 192° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BFD4D9?

#BFD4D9 is Light Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 191, 212, 217. It has a hue of 192°, 25% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #BFD4D9?

The RGB color code for #BFD4D9 is rgb(191, 212, 217). This means it contains 191 red, 212 green, and 217 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Gray a warm or cool color?

Light Gray (#BFD4D9) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #BFD4D9 in CSS?

You can use #BFD4D9 in CSS with: background-color: #BFD4D9; or color: #BFD4D9; or as an RGB value: rgb(191, 212, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 2%, 0%, 15%.