#B8B6E2 color code insights

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

RGB:rgb(184, 182, 226)

HSL:hsl(243, 43%, 80%)

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HEX

#B8B6E2

RGB

184, 182, 226

HSL

243°, 43%, 80%

HSV

243°, 19%, 89%

CMYK

19%, 19%, 0%, 11%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX

#B8B6E2

≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #B8B6E2 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%#B8B6E2

10%#9C99D6

20%#807CCB

30%#635FBF

40%#4B46AF

50%#3F3A92

60%#322F75

70%#262358

80%#19173A

90%#0D0C1D

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#B8B6E2

10%#BFBDE5

20%#C6C5E8

30%#CDCCEB

40%#D5D3EE

50%#DCDBF0

60%#E3E2F3

70%#EAE9F6

80%#F1F0F9

90%#F8F8FC

100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #B8B6E2.

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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 #B8B6E2 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#B8B6E2

Contrast ratio10.83:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#B8B6E2

Contrast ratio1.94:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#B8B6E2

Contrast ratio10.83:1

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 #B8B6E2 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #B8B6E2 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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