#8C5172

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8C5172?

RGB(140, 81, 114), HSL(326.4, 26.7%, 43.3%), CMYK(0.0%, 42.1%, 18.6%, 45.1%).

Q: Does #8C5172 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.94:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8C5172 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 140, 81, 114, in HSL 326.4°, 26.7%, 43.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.1%, 18.6%, 45.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 4008 Signal Violet.

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Color Values

HEX

#8C5172

RGB

140, 81, 114

HSL

326.4, 26.7%, 43.3%

HSV

326.4, 42.1%, 54.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.1%, 18.6%, 45.1%

OKLCH

0.514 0.0899 346.1

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.