#8C2C9C

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8C2C9C?

RGB(140, 44, 156), HSL(291.4, 56.0%, 39.2%), CMYK(10.3%, 71.8%, 0.0%, 38.8%).

Q: Does #8C2C9C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.11:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#8C2C9C is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 140, 44, 156, in HSL 291.4°, 56.0%, 39.2%, and in CMYK 10.3%, 71.8%, 0.0%, 38.8%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8C2C9C

RGB

140, 44, 156

HSL

291.4, 56.0%, 39.2%

HSV

291.4, 71.8%, 61.2%

CMYK

10.3%, 71.8%, 0.0%, 38.8%

OKLCH

0.4848 0.1861 321.6

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.