#ADD8F7 Hex Color
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#add8f7 is a pale, cool blue with low saturation and a soft, airy finish. Its lightness supports gentle, trustworthy layouts for healthcare, finance, security, and spring themes. Use it as a broad background with darker text, then add navy or charcoal for structure. The hex code #add8f7 meets WCAG AA for black body text at about 13.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #add8f7
What is #add8f7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #add8f7 is rgb(173, 216, 247), in HSL hsl(205, 82%, 82%) and in CMYK 30%, 13%, 0%, 3%.
Which colors pair well with #add8f7 in a design palette?
Navy and charcoal give #add8f7 enough visual weight for headings and controls, while muted coral adds warmth without overpowering its pale, low-saturation base across digital and print work.
Is #add8f7 readable on white or black?
#add8f7 has a 1.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.94:1 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.