#A690FA

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A690FA?

RGB(166, 144, 250), HSL(252.5, 91.4%, 77.3%), CMYK(33.6%, 42.4%, 0.0%, 2.0%).

Q: Does #A690FA meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.63:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A690FA is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 166, 144, 250, in HSL 252.5°, 91.4%, 77.3%, and in CMYK 33.6%, 42.4%, 0.0%, 2.0%. The nearest named color is mediumpurple 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#A690FA

RGB

166, 144, 250

HSL

252.5, 91.4%, 77.3%

HSV

252.5, 42.4%, 98.0%

CMYK

33.6%, 42.4%, 0.0%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.7169 0.1517 291.6

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: mediumpurple 2

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.