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Periwinkle

#E2DCEF

Periwinkle is a cool light color with the hex code #E2DCEF. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 226, 220, 239 in digital design or CMYK 5%, 8%, 0%, 6% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Periwinkle Color Values

HEX
#E2DCEF
RGB
226, 220, 239
HSL
259°, 37%, 90%
CMYK
5, 8, 0, 6

About this color

Periwinkle sits at 259° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 37% 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 5%, 8%, 0%, 6% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Periwinkle

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E2DCEF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 226, 220, 239;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E2DCEF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 5%
M: 8%
Y: 0%
K: 6%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(226, 220, 239)
rgba(226, 220, 239, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 259° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E2DCEF?
#E2DCEF is Periwinkle, a cool light color with RGB values of 226, 220, 239. It has a hue of 259°, 37% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #E2DCEF?
The RGB color code for #E2DCEF is rgb(226, 220, 239). This means it contains 226 red, 220 green, and 239 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Periwinkle a warm or cool color?
Periwinkle (#E2DCEF) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #E2DCEF in CSS?
You can use #E2DCEF in CSS with: background-color: #E2DCEF; or color: #E2DCEF; or as an RGB value: rgb(226, 220, 239). For print design, use CMYK: 5%, 8%, 0%, 6%.