Ariel
Also known as: Blue Feather, Monaco, Something Blue, Soap Bubble
Ariel sits on the cool side of the spectrum: a lively cyan that feels crisp and refreshing. Try it in healthcare apps and modern branding. For contrast, pair it with a orange from its complementary palette below. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (13.71:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Ariel color codes
- HEX
- #AED7EA
- RGB
- rgb(174, 215, 234)
- RGBA
- rgba(174, 215, 234, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(199, 59%, 80%)
- HSV
- hsv(199, 26%, 92%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(26%, 8%, 0%, 8%)
- LAB
- lab(83.5 -10.8 -14.0)
- OKLCH
- oklch(85.6% 0.050 227.8)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
cool
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: lightblue#ADD8E6 · ΔE 2.3
- RAL 7035 — Light grey#CBD0CC · ΔE 13.0 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Ariel works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: Sits in the trust register — a natural primary for finance, health, and B2B brands.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Ariel
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Ariel by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 1.53:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 13.71:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Ariel background: #000000
Palettes featuring Ariel
Ariel with its complement
Soft neighbors of Ariel
Ariel triad
Similar colors
- Lady-In-Waiting#AEDCEC · ΔE 2.3
- Light Blue#ADD8E6 · ΔE 2.3
- Polar Wind#B4DFED · ΔE 2.9
- Pale Whale#B6D3DF · ΔE 3.2
- Breezy#C2DDE6 · ΔE 4.6
- Droplet#AADDFF · ΔE 4.8
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Ariel is closest to Taco.
Ariel FAQs
What color is Ariel?
Ariel is a light cyan with the hex code #AED7EA. In HSL terms it has a hue of 199°, 59% saturation, and 80% lightness.
What is the hex code for Ariel?
The hex code for Ariel is #AED7EA. In RGB it's rgb(174, 215, 234), and in CMYK it's cmyk(26%, 8%, 0%, 8%).
What colors go well with Ariel?
Ariel pairs naturally with orange tones from its complementary harmony, and with red accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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