#8B5172

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B5172?

RGB(139, 81, 114), HSL(325.9, 26.4%, 43.1%), CMYK(0.0%, 41.7%, 18.0%, 45.5%).

Q: Does #8B5172 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.97:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8B5172 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 81, 114, in HSL 325.9°, 26.4%, 43.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.7%, 18.0%, 45.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 4008 Signal Violet.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B5172

RGB

139, 81, 114

HSL

325.9, 26.4%, 43.1%

HSV

325.9, 41.7%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.7%, 18.0%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.5127 0.0889 345.5

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 4008 Signal Violet

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.