Blue Bell

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A2A2D0?

RGB(162, 162, 208), HSL(240.0, 32.9%, 72.5%), CMYK(22.1%, 22.1%, 0.0%, 18.4%).

Q: Does #A2A2D0 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.44:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#A2A2D0

Crayola color

Blue Bell (#A2A2D0) is a soft, grayish periwinkle from the Crayola collection, named after the delicate wildflower of the same name. It occupies a gentle space between lavender and slate blue, feeling simultaneously soft and cool. This color is beloved in romantic stationery, baby product design, and vintage or cottagecore aesthetics.

Color Values

HEX

#A2A2D0

RGB

162, 162, 208

HSL

240.0, 32.9%, 72.5%

HSV

240.0, 22.1%, 81.6%

CMYK

22.1%, 22.1%, 0.0%, 18.4%

OKLCH

0.7284 0.0663 284.6

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Blue Bell

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.