#A88DCD

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A88DCD?

RGB(168, 141, 205), HSL(265.3, 39.0%, 67.8%), CMYK(18.0%, 31.2%, 0.0%, 19.6%).

Q: Does #A88DCD meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.85:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A88DCD is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 168, 141, 205, in HSL 265.3°, 39.0%, 67.8%, and in CMYK 18.0%, 31.2%, 0.0%, 19.6%. The nearest named color is Wisteria.

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Color Values

HEX

#A88DCD

RGB

168, 141, 205

HSL

265.3, 39.0%, 67.8%

HSV

265.3, 31.2%, 80.4%

CMYK

18.0%, 31.2%, 0.0%, 19.6%

OKLCH

0.6914 0.0963 303.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Wisteria

Color Psychology

Light purples and lavenders evoke romance, nostalgia, and gentle luxury. They are calming and slightly whimsical, often associated with springtime flowers and delicate fragrance. Lavender tones stimulate creativity and imagination while maintaining a sense of refinement.

Design Usage

Soft purple is popular in beauty brands, creative platforms, and children's educational apps. It creates distinctive card backgrounds and feature highlights that feel premium without being heavy. Pair it with sage green or warm gold for a sophisticated, trend-forward color combination.