#A1AFDF

#A1AFDF

Color Values

HEX

#A1AFDF

RGB

161, 175, 223

HSL

226.5, 49.2%, 75.3%

HSV

226.5, 27.8%, 87.5%

CMYK

27.8%, 21.5%, 0.0%, 12.5%

OKLCH

0.7601 0.0709 272.0

Properties

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #A1AFDF;
color: #A1AFDF;
border-color: #A1AFDF;
Nearest Tailwind: Blue 300 #93C5FD

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

9.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A1AFDF?

RGB(161, 175, 223) · HSL(226.5, 49.2%, 75.3%) · CMYK(27.8%, 21.5%, 0.0%, 12.5%)

Does #A1AFDF meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.16:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #A1AFDF?

Use 000000 text on a #A1AFDF background; contrast on black is 9.71:1.