Periwinkle takes its name from the flower with a pale indigo color. Its base color is blue and it has contains subtle shades of pink and purple. The colour represents serenity, peacefulness, femininity and comfort. Periwinkle in designs can also represent blooming friendships, romantic feelings, and everlasting affection.
When paired with more more vibrant colors such as oranges or greens, Periwinkle's soft, neutralness brings out their brightness. The color Periwinkle can also be paired with muted shades of blue, purple, and white for a softer, more feminine palette.
Periwinkle hex code: #CCCCFF