#8A498E

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A498E?

RGB(138, 73, 142), HSL(296.5, 32.1%, 42.2%), CMYK(2.8%, 48.6%, 0.0%, 44.3%).

Q: Does #8A498E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.13:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8A498E is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 138, 73, 142, in HSL 296.5°, 32.1%, 42.2%, and in CMYK 2.8%, 48.6%, 0.0%, 44.3%. The nearest named color is orchid 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8A498E

RGB

138, 73, 142

HSL

296.5, 32.1%, 42.2%

HSV

296.5, 48.6%, 55.7%

CMYK

2.8%, 48.6%, 0.0%, 44.3%

OKLCH

0.5107 0.128 325.1

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.