#A790D9

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A790D9?

RGB(167, 144, 217), HSL(258.9, 49.0%, 70.8%), CMYK(23.0%, 33.6%, 0.0%, 14.9%).

Q: Does #A790D9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.75:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A790D9 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 167, 144, 217, in HSL 258.9°, 49.0%, 70.8%, and in CMYK 23.0%, 33.6%, 0.0%, 14.9%. The nearest named color is Violet (Purple).

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Color Values

HEX

#A790D9

RGB

167, 144, 217

HSL

258.9, 49.0%, 70.8%

HSV

258.9, 33.6%, 85.1%

CMYK

23.0%, 33.6%, 0.0%, 14.9%

OKLCH

0.7015 0.1073 298.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Violet (Purple)

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.