#A497BF

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A497BF?

RGB(164, 151, 191), HSL(259.5, 23.8%, 67.1%), CMYK(14.1%, 20.9%, 0.0%, 25.1%).

Q: Does #A497BF meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.71:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A497BF is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 164, 151, 191, in HSL 259.5°, 23.8%, 67.1%, and in CMYK 14.1%, 20.9%, 0.0%, 25.1%. The nearest named color is Blue Bell.

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Color Values

HEX

#A497BF

RGB

164, 151, 191

HSL

259.5, 23.8%, 67.1%

HSV

259.5, 20.9%, 74.9%

CMYK

14.1%, 20.9%, 0.0%, 25.1%

OKLCH

0.7014 0.0593 299.7

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.