Skip to main content

Periwinkle

#F3D3F8

Periwinkle is a cool light color with the hex code #F3D3F8. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 243, 211, 248 in digital design or CMYK 2%, 15%, 0%, 3% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Periwinkle Color Values

HEX
#F3D3F8
RGB
243, 211, 248
HSL
292°, 73%, 90%
CMYK
2, 15, 0, 3

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Periwinkle sits at 292° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 90% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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 2%, 15%, 0%, 3% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Periwinkle

CSS Variable 

:root {
  --brand-primary: #F3D3F8;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 243, 211, 248;
}

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

Tailwind Config 

colors: {
  brand: '#F3D3F8',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK) 

C: 2%
M: 15%
Y: 0%
K: 3%

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

RGB for Screens 

rgb(243, 211, 248)
rgba(243, 211, 248, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

2 brand s with colors near 292° on the color wheel

Nubank logo
Nubank
Deezer logo
Deezer

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #F3D3F8?
#F3D3F8 is Periwinkle, a cool light color with RGB values of 243, 211, 248. It has a hue of 292°, 73% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #F3D3F8?
The RGB color code for #F3D3F8 is rgb(243, 211, 248). This means it contains 243 red, 211 green, and 248 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Periwinkle a warm or cool color?
Periwinkle (#F3D3F8) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #F3D3F8 in CSS?
You can use #F3D3F8 in CSS with: background-color: #F3D3F8; or color: #F3D3F8; or as an RGB value: rgb(243, 211, 248). For print design, use CMYK: 2%, 15%, 0%, 3%.

Color Tools