#8B2A9D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B2A9D?

RGB(139, 42, 157), HSL(290.6, 57.8%, 39.0%), CMYK(11.5%, 73.2%, 0.0%, 38.4%).

Q: Does #8B2A9D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.2:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#8B2A9D is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 42, 157, in HSL 290.6°, 57.8%, 39.0%, and in CMYK 11.5%, 73.2%, 0.0%, 38.4%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B2A9D

RGB

139, 42, 157

HSL

290.6, 57.8%, 39.0%

HSV

290.6, 73.2%, 61.6%

CMYK

11.5%, 73.2%, 0.0%, 38.4%

OKLCH

0.4821 0.1889 320.9

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.