#B2C9B4
- Brightness
- 192.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 125°, 18%, 74%
- HSV V %
- 79%
- Lab
- 78.8, -11.8, 7.9
- CMYK (%)
- 11%, 0%, 10%, 21%
- PNG size
- 6.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted cool hue
Black text
11.91:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.76:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (11.91:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #B2C9B4
Common Name: Opaline
RGB: 178, 201, 180
HSL: 138, 19%, 77%
Contrast vs White: 4.8, AA Pass
Contrast vs Black: 10.1, AA Pass
Mood: #B2C9B4 radiates calm and serenity, often used to evoke a soft, harmonious atmosphere. It's a muted pastel with earthy undertones, making it ideal for soothing environments. Often found in design that promotes tranquility, nature, or light wellness themes.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - Opaline - #B2C9B4
- Pantone Solid Coated - Celadon - #B4CAB7
- Behr Paint - Healing Aloe - #B6C9B1
- Dulux Color Palette - DH Pearl Colour - #D0D7C7
Why Designers Use It:
- This color is favored in spaces that demand subtle elegance, such as wellness retreats, spas, and modern interiors. It provides a calming effect without overwhelming the senses, making it a top pick for interior design in residential and commercial spaces alike.
- Common in healthcare, eco-conscious branding, and natural product packaging, #B2C9B4 is seen as a color that promotes balance and sustainability, aligning with green and earthy aesthetic trends.
- Not tied to a single industry but prevalent across diverse fields such as environmental design, branding for nature-inspired products, and interior decor. Its versatility allows it to adapt to a variety of cultural and design contexts.
- The softness of #B2C9B4 ties it to natural elements like pale green plants, the soft hues of distant landscapes, and the fresh calming qualities of nature, which are reflected in its applications.
- This muted green color can occasionally evoke a connection to early morning light or the serenity found in coastal areas. Its presence in global design movements, especially in Scandinavian and minimalistic trends, adds a touch of warmth without losing its quiet neutrality.