#8B3499

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B3499?

RGB(139, 52, 153), HSL(291.7, 49.3%, 40.2%), CMYK(9.2%, 66.0%, 0.0%, 40.0%).

Q: Does #8B3499 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.89:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8B3499 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 52, 153, in HSL 291.7°, 49.3%, 40.2%, and in CMYK 9.2%, 66.0%, 0.0%, 40.0%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B3499

RGB

139, 52, 153

HSL

291.7, 49.3%, 40.2%

HSV

291.7, 66.0%, 60.0%

CMYK

9.2%, 66.0%, 0.0%, 40.0%

OKLCH

0.49 0.1726 321.9

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.