#AAD2ED Hex Color
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With a pale, dusty finish, #aad2ed is a cool blue softened by gray undertones and low saturation. It suits healthcare, finance, security, and spring-themed interfaces, especially as a background or supporting tone. Pair it with charcoal or navy for definition. Black text reads clearly against this color. The hex code is #aad2ed.
Questions about #aad2ed
What is #aad2ed in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aad2ed is rgb(170, 210, 237), in HSL hsl(204, 65%, 80%) and in CMYK 28%, 11%, 0%, 7%.
Does #aad2ed read as a warm or cool color?
#aad2ed reads as a cool, low-saturation blue because its pale blue base is softened by gray rather than warmed by yellow or red undertones. It creates a calm, clean impression in interfaces and seasonal layouts.
Which colors pair well with #aad2ed?
#aad2ed pairs well with charcoal or navy, which add definition without overpowering its pale blue character; muted sage accents can extend the calm mood across digital interfaces, illustrations, and layouts.
Is #aad2ed readable on white or black?
#aad2ed has a 1.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.15:1 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.