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Periwinkle

#E4DDEE

Periwinkle is a cool light color with the hex code #E4DDEE. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 228, 221, 238 in digital design or CMYK 4%, 7%, 0%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Periwinkle Color Values

HEX
#E4DDEE
RGB
228, 221, 238
HSL
265°, 33%, 90%
CMYK
4, 7, 0, 7

About this color

Periwinkle sits at 265° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 33% 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 4%, 7%, 0%, 7% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Periwinkle

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E4DDEE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 228, 221, 238;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E4DDEE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 4%
M: 7%
Y: 0%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(228, 221, 238)
rgba(228, 221, 238, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 265° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E4DDEE?
#E4DDEE is Periwinkle, a cool light color with RGB values of 228, 221, 238. It has a hue of 265°, 33% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #E4DDEE?
The RGB color code for #E4DDEE is rgb(228, 221, 238). This means it contains 228 red, 221 green, and 238 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Periwinkle a warm or cool color?
Periwinkle (#E4DDEE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #E4DDEE in CSS?
You can use #E4DDEE in CSS with: background-color: #E4DDEE; or color: #E4DDEE; or as an RGB value: rgb(228, 221, 238). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 7%, 0%, 7%.