#AB9CE9

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #AB9CE9?

RGB(171, 156, 233), HSL(251.7, 63.6%, 76.3%), CMYK(26.6%, 33.0%, 0.0%, 8.6%).

Q: Does #AB9CE9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.42:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#AB9CE9 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 171, 156, 233, in HSL 251.7°, 63.6%, 76.3%, and in CMYK 26.6%, 33.0%, 0.0%, 8.6%. The nearest named color is Wisteria.

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Color Values

HEX

#AB9CE9

RGB

171, 156, 233

HSL

251.7, 63.6%, 76.3%

HSV

251.7, 33.0%, 91.4%

CMYK

26.6%, 33.0%, 0.0%, 8.6%

OKLCH

0.7348 0.1106 292.4

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.