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Periwinkle

#CCBFD9

Periwinkle is a cool light color with the hex code #CCBFD9. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 204, 191, 217 in digital design or CMYK 6%, 12%, 0%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Periwinkle Color Values

HEX
#CCBFD9
RGB
204, 191, 217
HSL
270°, 25%, 80%
CMYK
6, 12, 0, 15

About this color

Periwinkle sits at 270° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 80% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, cool colors like Periwinkle work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Periwinkle in print, the CMYK breakdown of 6%, 12%, 0%, 15% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Periwinkle

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #CCBFD9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 204, 191, 217;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#CCBFD9',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 6%
M: 12%
Y: 0%
K: 15%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(204, 191, 217)
rgba(204, 191, 217, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 270° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #CCBFD9?
#CCBFD9 is Periwinkle, a cool light color with RGB values of 204, 191, 217. It has a hue of 270°, 25% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #CCBFD9?
The RGB color code for #CCBFD9 is rgb(204, 191, 217). This means it contains 204 red, 191 green, and 217 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Periwinkle a warm or cool color?
Periwinkle (#CCBFD9) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #CCBFD9 in CSS?
You can use #CCBFD9 in CSS with: background-color: #CCBFD9; or color: #CCBFD9; or as an RGB value: rgb(204, 191, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 6%, 12%, 0%, 15%.