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Color code #BCBCD5

Color Code #BCBCD5

A precise look at this Blue color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.

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Complete color values

Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.

HEX
#BCBCD5
RGB
rgb(188, 188, 213)
HSL
hsl(240 22.94% 78.63%)
HSV
hsv(240 11.74% 83.53%)
CMYKApproximate
11.74%, 11.74%, 0%, 16.47%
Relative luminance0.51460—1
Contrast with white1.86:1WCAG
Contrast with black11.29:1WCAG
Best text color#000000AA ✓

Contrast report

Readability against white and black text

Readable text sample1.86:1
AA ×AAA ×
Readable text sample11.29:1
AA ✓AAA ✓
Usage suggestions

Where can this color work?

This light Blue tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.

Use #BCBCD5 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.

Color harmony

Suggested palettes

Complementary palette

Analogous palette

Triadic palette

Monochrome scale

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For designers and developers

CSS code example

CSS
.color-sample {
  color: #BCBCD5;
  background-color: #BCBCD51A;
  border-color: #BCBCD5;
}
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Frequently asked questions

What is the RGB value of #BCBCD5?

This color is RGB(188, 188, 213).

What is the HSL value of #BCBCD5?

Its value is HSL(240°, 22.94%, 78.63%).

Is #BCBCD5 suitable for text?

Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.