#8B279B

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B279B?

RGB(139, 39, 155), HSL(291.7, 59.8%, 38.0%), CMYK(10.3%, 74.8%, 0.0%, 39.2%).

Q: Does #8B279B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.34:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#8B279B is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 39, 155, in HSL 291.7°, 59.8%, 38.0%, and in CMYK 10.3%, 74.8%, 0.0%, 39.2%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B279B

RGB

139, 39, 155

HSL

291.7, 59.8%, 38.0%

HSV

291.7, 74.8%, 60.8%

CMYK

10.3%, 74.8%, 0.0%, 39.2%

OKLCH

0.4781 0.1905 321.7

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.