#A6A4FE Hex Color

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This light, periwinkle-leaning pastel carries a distinct cool undertone that feels modern and airy. Because it is highly readable, #a6a4fe works exceptionally well as a primary background for interfaces needing a soft, approachable feel. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy text to ensure high contrast, as it can appear washed out when set against pure white or overly bright colors.

Questions about #a6a4fe

What is #a6a4fe in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a6a4fe is rgb(166, 164, 254), in HSL hsl(241, 98%, 82%) and in CMYK 35%, 35%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #a6a4fe?
This light periwinkle looks best when contrasted against charcoal or deep navy text to ensure readability. Because it is a pastel with cool undertones, it also harmonizes beautifully with soft sage greens or muted mauve for a sophisticated, balanced palette.
Is #a6a4fe readable on white or black?
#a6a4fe has a 2.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.36:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.