#BBE0F9 Hex Color
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#bbe0f9 is a high-key, unsaturated blue that feels airy and light. Because of its pale lightness, it works effectively as a UI background. Black text remains highly legible against this hue, boasting a 15.1:1 contrast ratio. Designers use this hex code to create a clean, accessible base for modern web interfaces. It pairs well with deep slate greys to anchor the composition.
Questions about #bbe0f9
What is #bbe0f9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bbe0f9 is rgb(187, 224, 249), in HSL hsl(204, 84%, 85%) and in CMYK 25%, 10%, 0%, 2%.
What design elements pair best with #bbe0f9?
#bbe0f9 works exceptionally well when paired with deep slate or charcoal tones to anchor the visual composition. Because this blue is so pale and airy, it provides a stable, clean background that makes dark text and high-contrast UI elements pop.
Is #bbe0f9 readable on white or black?
#bbe0f9 has a 1.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.14:1 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.