#B6BDE2 color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(182, 189, 226)

HSL:hsl(230, 43%, 80%)

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HEX

#B6BDE2

RGB

182, 189, 226

HSL

230°, 43%, 80%

HSV

230°, 19%, 89%

CMYK

19%, 16%, 0%, 11%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX

#B6BDE2

≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #B6BDE2 behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#B6BDE2

10%#99A3D6

20%#7C89CB

30%#5F6FBF

40%#4657AF

50%#3A4992

60%#2F3A75

70%#232C58

80%#171D3A

90%#0C0F1D

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#B6BDE2

10%#BDC4E5

20%#C5CBE8

30%#CCD1EB

40%#D3D8EE

50%#DBDEF0

60%#E2E5F3

70%#E9EBF6

80%#F0F2F9

90%#F8F8FC

100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #B6BDE2.

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Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #B6BDE2 is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#B6BDE2

Contrast ratio11.37:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#B6BDE2

Contrast ratio1.85:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#B6BDE2

Contrast ratio11.37:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #B6BDE2 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #B6BDE2 as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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