#BCB6E2 color code insights

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

RGB:rgb(188, 182, 226)
HSL:hsl(248, 43%, 80%)
HEX
#BCB6E2
RGB
188, 182, 226
HSL
248°, 43%, 80%
HSV
248°, 19%, 89%
CMYK
17%, 19%, 0%, 11%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX
#BCB6E2
≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #BCB6E2 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%#BCB6E2
10%#A199D6
20%#867CCB
30%#6B5FBF
40%#5446AF
50%#463A92
60%#382F75
70%#2A2358
80%#1C173A
90%#0E0C1D
100%#000000

Tints

0–100%
0%#BCB6E2
10%#C3BDE5
20%#C9C5E8
30%#D0CCEB
40%#D7D3EE
50%#DDDBF0
60%#E4E2F3
70%#EBE9F6
80%#F2F0F9
90%#F8F8FC
100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #BCB6E2.

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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 #BCB6E2 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#BCB6E2
Contrast ratio10.93:1
WCAG levelAAA
Sample text on white text
Text color#FFFFFF
Background#BCB6E2
Contrast ratio1.92:1
WCAG levelFail
Recommended text preview
Text color#000000
Background#BCB6E2
Contrast ratio10.93:1
WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

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Practical Formats

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Color Analysis

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

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Blindness Simulator

Preview how #BCB6E2 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

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Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

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Design guidance

Balance

Treat #BCB6E2 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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