#8B498E

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B498E?

RGB(139, 73, 142), HSL(297.4, 32.1%, 42.2%), CMYK(2.1%, 48.6%, 0.0%, 44.3%).

Q: Does #8B498E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.1:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8B498E is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 73, 142, in HSL 297.4°, 32.1%, 42.2%, and in CMYK 2.1%, 48.6%, 0.0%, 44.3%. The nearest named color is orchid 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B498E

RGB

139, 73, 142

HSL

297.4, 32.1%, 42.2%

HSV

297.4, 48.6%, 55.7%

CMYK

2.1%, 48.6%, 0.0%, 44.3%

OKLCH

0.512 0.1286 325.6

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: orchid 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.