#8C3B9C

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8C3B9C?

RGB(140, 59, 156), HSL(290.1, 45.1%, 42.2%), CMYK(10.3%, 62.2%, 0.0%, 38.8%).

Q: Does #8C3B9C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.52:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8C3B9C is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 140, 59, 156, in HSL 290.1°, 45.1%, 42.2%, and in CMYK 10.3%, 62.2%, 0.0%, 38.8%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8C3B9C

RGB

140, 59, 156

HSL

290.1, 45.1%, 42.2%

HSV

290.1, 62.2%, 61.2%

CMYK

10.3%, 62.2%, 0.0%, 38.8%

OKLCH

0.5015 0.1659 320.7

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.