B306 #96B5CA RGB 150, 181, 202

Light Grayish Cobalt — #96B5CA

Light Grayish Cobalt is a muted, light blue color with the catalog reference B306. Its hex value #96B5CA makes it useful for work that calls for a light tone in the blue family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#96B5CA
RGB
rgb(150, 181, 202)
HSL
hsl(204°, 33%, 69%)
CMYK
cmyk(26%, 10%, 0%, 21%)

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 Muted Aquamarine (J053) for a smooth transition. Pair with Chrome Orange (YR399) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Hot Pink (RV202).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Light Grayish Cobalt?
The hex code for Light Grayish Cobalt is #96B5CA. In RGB that is 150, 181, 202.
What colour is Light Grayish Cobalt?
It is a light blue color.
What colours pair well with Light Grayish Cobalt?
The direct complement is Chrome Orange (YR399). Analogous neighbour: Muted Aquamarine (J053).
What is Light Grayish Cobalt 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

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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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