#AB87CC

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #AB87CC?

RGB(171, 135, 204), HSL(271.3, 40.4%, 66.5%), CMYK(16.2%, 33.8%, 0.0%, 20.0%).

Q: Does #AB87CC meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.97:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#AB87CC is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 171, 135, 204, in HSL 271.3°, 40.4%, 66.5%, and in CMYK 16.2%, 33.8%, 0.0%, 20.0%. The nearest named color is Violet (Purple).

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Color Values

HEX

#AB87CC

RGB

171, 135, 204

HSL

271.3, 40.4%, 66.5%

HSV

271.3, 33.8%, 80.0%

CMYK

16.2%, 33.8%, 0.0%, 20.0%

OKLCH

0.6827 0.1063 307.7

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Violet (Purple)

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.