#8C5178

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8C5178?

RGB(140, 81, 120), HSL(320.3, 26.7%, 43.3%), CMYK(0.0%, 42.1%, 14.3%, 45.1%).

Q: Does #8C5178 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.89:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8C5178 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 140, 81, 120, in HSL 320.3°, 26.7%, 43.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.1%, 14.3%, 45.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 4008 Signal Violet.

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Color Values

HEX

#8C5178

RGB

140, 81, 120

HSL

320.3, 26.7%, 43.3%

HSV

320.3, 42.1%, 54.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.1%, 14.3%, 45.1%

OKLCH

0.5163 0.0944 341.0

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.