#B797D1

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B797D1?

RGB(183, 151, 209), HSL(273.1, 38.7%, 70.6%), CMYK(12.4%, 27.8%, 0.0%, 18.0%).

Q: Does #B797D1 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.51:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B797D1 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 183, 151, 209, in HSL 273.1°, 38.7%, 70.6%, and in CMYK 12.4%, 27.8%, 0.0%, 18.0%. The nearest named color is Wisteria.

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Color Values

HEX

#B797D1

RGB

183, 151, 209

HSL

273.1, 38.7%, 70.6%

HSV

273.1, 27.8%, 82.0%

CMYK

12.4%, 27.8%, 0.0%, 18.0%

OKLCH

0.7255 0.0893 309.4

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Wisteria

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.