#8B257D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B257D?

RGB(139, 37, 125), HSL(308.2, 58.0%, 34.5%), CMYK(0.0%, 73.4%, 10.1%, 45.5%).

Q: Does #8B257D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.9:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#8B257D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 37, 125, in HSL 308.2°, 58.0%, 34.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 73.4%, 10.1%, 45.5%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B257D

RGB

139, 37, 125

HSL

308.2, 58.0%, 34.5%

HSV

308.2, 73.4%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 73.4%, 10.1%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.4583 0.1684 334.1

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: mediumorchid 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.