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#AAC2E8

Brightness
192.0
HSL (°,%,%)
217°, 57%, 79%
HSV V %
91%
Lab
77.8, 0.3, -23.8
PNG size
5.9 KB
Tone / Feel
light, vivid cool hue
Black text 11.59:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.81:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (11.59:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #AAC2E8

Common Name: Pantone 2708 U

RGB: (170, 194, 232)

HSL: (210, 53%, 80%)

Contrast with White: 5.3 (AA pass)

Contrast with Black: 7.7 (AA pass)

Mood Blurb:

This color exudes calmness and serenity, offering a subtle and sophisticated touch to any design. It’s often associated with light, airy spaces and evokes feelings of tranquility. With its soft blue hue, it can easily be integrated into designs where elegance and peacefulness are desired. While not overwhelming, it subtly captures attention in the right context.

Close Matches:

  • Pantone 2708 U: #AAC2E8
  • BS 381C:172 - Pale Rundel Blue: #A7C6EB
  • Jotun 4521 - Midnight Floss: #AFC2E0
  • Dunn-Edwards DE5891 - Sky High: #A7C2EB
  • Behr P530-2 - Promise Keeping: #AEC7EA

Why Designers Use It:

This color’s light, pastel blue tone is often favored for designs needing a gentle, calming effect, such as in corporate branding, hospitality, or healthcare industries. The subtle nature of #AAC2E8 works wonderfully in large spaces or as a background element, as it doesn’t distract but rather enhances the overall design. Due to its versatility, it is widely used in web design, digital interfaces, and modern interior design. The color is often connected with professionalism, peace, and approachability, making it a perfect fit for settings where a soft, reliable image is desired.

This shade of blue, inspired by pastel skies and delicate water hues, offers a refreshing yet professional appearance that aligns with current design trends in tech, education, and wellness sectors. It is favored for its non-invasive tone, which blends well in contemporary digital and physical spaces alike.

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