#A8D7F9 Hex Color
Soft Blue With Airy Ease
A pale, cool blue with very low saturation, #a8d7f9 has a soft, airy look and a slight gray undertone. The hex code #a8d7f9 works well as a supporting tone in healthcare, finance, security, and spring-themed designs. Use black text for strong readability, while navy or slate accents add structure without making the palette feel harsh.
Questions about #a8d7f9
What is #a8d7f9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a8d7f9 is rgb(168, 215, 249), in HSL hsl(205, 87%, 82%) and in CMYK 33%, 14%, 0%, 2%.
Is #a8d7f9 a warm or cool color?
#a8d7f9 reads as a cool blue because its blue channel is strongest, while its pale value and soft gray undertone keep the effect calm and airy rather than icy or stark.
What colors pair well with #a8d7f9?
Is #a8d7f9 readable on white or black?
#a8d7f9 has a 1.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.75:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.