#8E2291

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8E2291?

RGB(142, 34, 145), HSL(298.4, 62.0%, 35.1%), CMYK(2.1%, 76.6%, 0.0%, 43.1%).

Q: Does #8E2291 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.53:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#8E2291 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 142, 34, 145, in HSL 298.4°, 62.0%, 35.1%, and in CMYK 2.1%, 76.6%, 0.0%, 43.1%. The nearest named color is purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8E2291

RGB

142, 34, 145

HSL

298.4, 62.0%, 35.1%

HSV

298.4, 76.6%, 56.9%

CMYK

2.1%, 76.6%, 0.0%, 43.1%

OKLCH

0.4721 0.189 326.9

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: 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.