#8A2991

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A2991?

RGB(138, 41, 145), HSL(296.0, 55.9%, 36.5%), CMYK(4.8%, 71.7%, 0.0%, 43.1%).

Q: Does #8A2991 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.48:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#8A2991 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 138, 41, 145, in HSL 296.0°, 55.9%, 36.5%, and in CMYK 4.8%, 71.7%, 0.0%, 43.1%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8A2991

RGB

138, 41, 145

HSL

296.0, 55.9%, 36.5%

HSV

296.0, 71.7%, 56.9%

CMYK

4.8%, 71.7%, 0.0%, 43.1%

OKLCH

0.4721 0.1792 325.0

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: NCS S 2050-R50B Purple

Color Psychology

Magenta is a stimulating, attention-commanding color that bridges passion and imagination. It represents transformation, artistic vision, and unconventional thinking. Magenta disrupts expectations and is associated with innovation and bold self-expression.

Design Usage

Medium magentas are powerful for brands that want to project creativity and boldness. They create eye-catching gradients when blended with purple or orange tones. Use sparingly as accent colors for maximum impact in otherwise restrained designs.