#AEA1F8

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #AEA1F8?

RGB(174, 161, 248), HSL(249.0, 86.1%, 80.2%), CMYK(29.8%, 35.1%, 0.0%, 2.7%).

Q: Does #AEA1F8 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.27:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#AEA1F8 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 174, 161, 248, in HSL 249.0°, 86.1%, 80.2%, and in CMYK 29.8%, 35.1%, 0.0%, 2.7%. The nearest named color is cornflowerblue.

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Color Values

HEX

#AEA1F8

RGB

174, 161, 248

HSL

249.0, 86.1%, 80.2%

HSV

249.0, 35.1%, 97.3%

CMYK

29.8%, 35.1%, 0.0%, 2.7%

OKLCH

0.7536 0.1237 289.9

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: cornflowerblue

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.