#8B2B8D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B2B8D?

RGB(139, 43, 141), HSL(298.8, 53.3%, 36.1%), CMYK(1.4%, 69.5%, 0.0%, 44.7%).

Q: Does #8B2B8D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.43:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#8B2B8D is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 43, 141, in HSL 298.8°, 53.3%, 36.1%, and in CMYK 1.4%, 69.5%, 0.0%, 44.7%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B2B8D

RGB

139, 43, 141

HSL

298.8, 53.3%, 36.1%

HSV

298.8, 69.5%, 55.3%

CMYK

1.4%, 69.5%, 0.0%, 44.7%

OKLCH

0.4731 0.1739 327.0

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.