#8C3794

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8C3794?

RGB(140, 55, 148), HSL(294.8, 45.8%, 39.8%), CMYK(5.4%, 62.8%, 0.0%, 42.0%).

Q: Does #8C3794 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.8:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8C3794 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 140, 55, 148, in HSL 294.8°, 45.8%, 39.8%, and in CMYK 5.4%, 62.8%, 0.0%, 42.0%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8C3794

RGB

140, 55, 148

HSL

294.8, 45.8%, 39.8%

HSV

294.8, 62.8%, 58.0%

CMYK

5.4%, 62.8%, 0.0%, 42.0%

OKLCH

0.4919 0.1642 324.2

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.