Light Blue Color
HEX color code is #ADD8E6 and the RGB is 173, 216, 230
Light Blue is best described as the color of the sky on a clear and bright day. In Rapheal’s last painting titled, “The Transfiguration,” Jesus’ robes and the glowing heavens that surround him as he ascends to heaven are all in the color Light Blue. In many instances, Light Blue depicted divine virtues and holy connections.
How the color is made: Light Blue is made by mixing moderate cyan with white to achieve a glowing blue that mimics ethereal creatures.
History: Light Blue has been traditionally associated with holiness and purity. In most paintings, the Light Blue color is used to accent clothing with a slightly cool hue so that they have the appearance of movement and texture.
Color in Action
A Light Blue dress can make anyone look like a goddess. Charlize Theron wore a glorious Light Blue dress by Dior with a plunging open back and exquisite train to the 2019 Oscars. Kristin Cavallari looked gorgeous in a Light Blue satin strapless dress that conjured up images of blue candy-coated almonds.
Light Blue works well in bedrooms and bathrooms because of its cool and relaxed tone. For a truly romantic look that enhances Light Blue’s heavenly influence, try draping soft silky sheer curtains around a four-poster bed.
Colors that go with Light Blue
Match Light Blue with a soft peachy pink that complements the coolness for a tender and wistful atmosphere. Or try pairing Light Blue with its analogous colors, very soft blue and very soft cyan, for a dreamy and feathery feel.
Light Blue Color Palettes and Schemes
A split-complementary color palette with Light Blue that includes very soft yellow and very soft pink for a color combination that feels light and sweet like airy meringues.
Backgrounds and Seamless Patterns
Light Blue can work as a plain background for photoshops because of its universal appeal. A Light Blue trellis design with gold lines will look sophisticated.