Lady-In-Waiting
Also known as: Distant Homeworld, Whimsy Blue, Spring Shower, Polar Wind
Lady-In-Waiting is what happens when cyan turns pale and lively. The effect is cool and clear, made for modern branding and tech interfaces. Reach for a orange companion shade to give Lady-In-Waiting maximum contrast. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (14.25:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Lady-In-Waiting color codes
- HEX
- #AEDCEC
- RGB
- rgb(174, 220, 236)
- RGBA
- rgba(174, 220, 236, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(195, 62%, 80%)
- HSV
- hsv(195, 26%, 93%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(26%, 7%, 0%, 7%)
- LAB
- lab(84.9 -12.8 -13.0)
- OKLCH
- oklch(86.7% 0.053 221.1)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
cool
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: lightblue#ADD8E6 · ΔE 1.2
- RAL 6027 — Light green#81C0BB · ΔE 13.1 · 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 Lady-In-Waiting 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 Lady-In-Waiting
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Lady-In-Waiting 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 1.47:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 14.25:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Lady-In-Waiting background: #000000
Palettes featuring Lady-In-Waiting
Lady-In-Waiting with its complement
Soft neighbors of Lady-In-Waiting
Lady-In-Waiting triad
Similar colors
- Polar Wind#B4DFED · ΔE 1.1
- Light Blue#ADD8E6 · ΔE 1.2
- Ariel#AED7EA · ΔE 2.3
- Fresh Air#A6E7FF · ΔE 4.0
- Pale Whale#B6D3DF · ΔE 4.3
- Clear Water#AAD5DB · ΔE 4.3
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Lady-In-Waiting is closest to Taco.
Lady-In-Waiting FAQs
What color is Lady-In-Waiting?
Lady-In-Waiting is a light cyan with the hex code #AEDCEC. In HSL terms it has a hue of 195°, 62% saturation, and 80% lightness.
What is the hex code for Lady-In-Waiting?
The hex code for Lady-In-Waiting is #AEDCEC. In RGB it's rgb(174, 220, 236), and in CMYK it's cmyk(26%, 7%, 0%, 7%).
What colors go well with Lady-In-Waiting?
Lady-In-Waiting 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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