#ADA2E5

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #ADA2E5?

RGB(173, 162, 229), HSL(249.9, 56.3%, 76.7%), CMYK(24.5%, 29.3%, 0.0%, 10.2%).

Q: Does #ADA2E5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.31:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#ADA2E5 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 173, 162, 229, in HSL 249.9°, 56.3%, 76.7%, and in CMYK 24.5%, 29.3%, 0.0%, 10.2%. The nearest named color is Wisteria.

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Color Values

HEX

#ADA2E5

RGB

173, 162, 229

HSL

249.9, 56.3%, 76.7%

HSV

249.9, 29.3%, 89.8%

CMYK

24.5%, 29.3%, 0.0%, 10.2%

OKLCH

0.7461 0.096 291.4

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.