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Periwinkle

#DFD7F4

Periwinkle is a cool light color with the hex code #DFD7F4. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 223, 215, 244 in digital design or CMYK 9%, 12%, 0%, 4% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Periwinkle Color Values

HEX
#DFD7F4
RGB
223, 215, 244
HSL
257°, 57%, 90%
CMYK
9, 12, 0, 4

About this color

Periwinkle sits at 257° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 90% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 9%, 12%, 0%, 4% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Periwinkle

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DFD7F4;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 223, 215, 244;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DFD7F4',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 9%
M: 12%
Y: 0%
K: 4%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(223, 215, 244)
rgba(223, 215, 244, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 257° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DFD7F4?
#DFD7F4 is Periwinkle, a cool light color with RGB values of 223, 215, 244. It has a hue of 257°, 57% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #DFD7F4?
The RGB color code for #DFD7F4 is rgb(223, 215, 244). This means it contains 223 red, 215 green, and 244 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Periwinkle a warm or cool color?
Periwinkle (#DFD7F4) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #DFD7F4 in CSS?
You can use #DFD7F4 in CSS with: background-color: #DFD7F4; or color: #DFD7F4; or as an RGB value: rgb(223, 215, 244). For print design, use CMYK: 9%, 12%, 0%, 4%.