Periwinkle

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C5D0E6?

RGB(197, 208, 230), HSL(220.0, 39.8%, 83.7%), CMYK(14.3%, 9.6%, 0.0%, 9.8%).

Q: Does #C5D0E6 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.55:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#C5D0E6

Crayola color

Periwinkle (#C5D0E6) is a soft, muted Crayola blue-lavender with cool gentleness, named after the small blue flowers of the Vinca periwinkle plant. This delicate blue-violet sits at the intersection of sky blue and pale lavender, carrying quiet calm and gentle nostalgia. It appears in children's illustration, soft bedroom palettes, and spring stationery for its uniquely soft, hazy blue quality.

Color Values

HEX

#C5D0E6

RGB

197, 208, 230

HSL

220.0, 39.8%, 83.7%

HSV

220.0, 14.3%, 90.2%

CMYK

14.3%, 9.6%, 0.0%, 9.8%

OKLCH

0.856 0.0329 264.4

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Periwinkle

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.