Wild Blue Yonder

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A2ADD0?

RGB(162, 173, 208), HSL(225.7, 32.9%, 72.5%), CMYK(22.1%, 16.8%, 0.0%, 18.4%).

Q: Does #A2ADD0 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.23:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#A2ADD0

Crayola color

Wild Blue Yonder (#A2ADD0) is a muted, cool blue-grey in the Crayola palette, evoking the hazy, indistinct blue of the sky at the distant horizon — the 'wild blue yonder' of aviation song and poetry. The desaturated, grey-tinged quality captures the atmospheric perspective of looking far into the distance where the sky fades from blue to a soft, milky grey-blue. In design, it suggests distance, dreaming, adventure, and the romance of flight and open skies.

Color Values

HEX

#A2ADD0

RGB

162, 173, 208

HSL

225.7, 32.9%, 72.5%

HSV

225.7, 22.1%, 81.6%

CMYK

22.1%, 16.8%, 0.0%, 18.4%

OKLCH

0.7509 0.0519 271.4

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Wild Blue Yonder

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.