#8E2DA1

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8E2DA1?

RGB(142, 45, 161), HSL(290.2, 56.3%, 40.4%), CMYK(11.8%, 72.0%, 0.0%, 36.9%).

Q: Does #8E2DA1 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.91:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#8E2DA1 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 142, 45, 161, in HSL 290.2°, 56.3%, 40.4%, and in CMYK 11.8%, 72.0%, 0.0%, 36.9%. The nearest named color is NCS S 2050-R50B Purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#8E2DA1

RGB

142, 45, 161

HSL

290.2, 56.3%, 40.4%

HSV

290.2, 72.0%, 63.1%

CMYK

11.8%, 72.0%, 0.0%, 36.9%

OKLCH

0.4919 0.1902 320.6

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.