#8A498B

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A498B?

RGB(138, 73, 139), HSL(299.1, 31.1%, 41.6%), CMYK(0.7%, 47.5%, 0.0%, 45.5%).

Q: Does #8A498B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.16:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8A498B is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 138, 73, 139, in HSL 299.1°, 31.1%, 41.6%, and in CMYK 0.7%, 47.5%, 0.0%, 45.5%. The nearest named color is orchid 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8A498B

RGB

138, 73, 139

HSL

299.1, 31.1%, 41.6%

HSV

299.1, 47.5%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.7%, 47.5%, 0.0%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.5092 0.125 326.7

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: orchid 4

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.