#A89BEE

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A89BEE?

RGB(168, 155, 238), HSL(249.4, 70.9%, 77.1%), CMYK(29.4%, 34.9%, 0.0%, 6.7%).

Q: Does #A89BEE meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.45:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A89BEE is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 168, 155, 238, in HSL 249.4°, 70.9%, 77.1%, and in CMYK 29.4%, 34.9%, 0.0%, 6.7%. The nearest named color is Wisteria.

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Color Values

HEX

#A89BEE

RGB

168, 155, 238

HSL

249.4, 70.9%, 77.1%

HSV

249.4, 34.9%, 93.3%

CMYK

29.4%, 34.9%, 0.0%, 6.7%

OKLCH

0.7328 0.1189 290.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Wisteria

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.