B289 #E6EAF6 RGB 230, 234, 246

Pale Blue Gray — #E6EAF6

Pale Blue Gray is a natural, pale blue color with the catalog reference B289. Its hex value #E6EAF6 makes it useful for work that calls for a pale tone in the blue family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#E6EAF6
RGB
rgb(230, 234, 246)
HSL
hsl(225°, 47%, 93%)
CMYK
cmyk(7%, 5%, 0%, 4%)

This color is recorded in the archived 2018 Finecolour chart. Its screen preview comes from the chart artwork, not a measured ink swatch. Marker links follow the model symbols printed in that edition.

Markers in this color

Model availability follows the archived chart. Choose a marker to see its documented set contents.

Color harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Split-complementary

Best uses

Use for denim, deep water, evening skies, military and police uniforms, and corporate identity work.

Mixing & layering

Layer over Blue Gray No.5 (BG86) for a smooth transition. Pair with BCDS Gray No.1 (249) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Black (191).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Pale Blue Gray?
The hex code for Pale Blue Gray is #E6EAF6. In RGB that is 230, 234, 246.
What colour is Pale Blue Gray?
It is a pale blue color.
What colours pair well with Pale Blue Gray?
The direct complement is BCDS Gray No.1 (249). Analogous neighbour: Blue Gray No.5 (BG86).
What is Pale Blue Gray used for?
Use for denim, deep water, evening skies, military and police uniforms, and corporate identity work.

About this colour data

This independent reference separates recorded source data from computed screen values and known physical-colour limitations.

Maintained by
Max Tymoshyn
Data version
finecolour-chart-2018
Reference checked

Recorded data

Printed codes, color labels and model symbols are transcribed from this archived chart. RGB previews are converted from its artwork. This does not establish current availability.

Computed data

RGB display values, previews, and colour relationships are calculated by the website from each stored HEX reference.

Physical colour

A screen preview does not replace a physical swatch; paper, layering, nib condition, lighting, and the display can all change appearance.

Unknowns

This catalog does not establish manufacturing tolerances, laboratory measurements, batch variation, current availability, discontinued or renamed codes, or complete manufacturer product-line coverage.

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