Color: Light Blue
Complete color information and conversion tools for Light Blue
Convert Light Blue to all major color formats. Click any value to copy to clipboard.
Test Light Blue for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Light Blue backgrounds.
Colors similar to Light Blue based on hue and saturation.
About Light Blue Color
The Light Blue color (#ADD8E6) is a blue color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Light Blue, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Light Blue has the hexadecimal code #ADD8E6 and RGB values of 173, 216, 230. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 195°, saturation of 53%, and lightness of 79%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Light Blue.
Associated Emotions
Trust, calm, stability, peace, loyalty, sadness
Symbolism & Meaning
Reliability, professionalism, security, tranquility
Marketing & Branding
Builds trust, promotes calmness, professional appearance
Learn how to effectively use Light Blue in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Light Blue.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Light Blue.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Light Blue in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Light Blue as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.