#996496
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#996496
Color Values
#996496
153, 100, 150
303.4, 20.9%, 49.6%
303.4, 34.6%, 60.0%
0.0%, 34.6%, 2.0%, 40.0%
0.5774 0.0971 328.7
Properties
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.
Color Harmonies
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Usage
background-color: #996496;
color: #996496;
border-color: #996496;
Pink 300
#F9A8D4
Tailwind Shades
Contrast Checker
Text on white
4.55:1
Text on black
4.62:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #996496?
RGB(153, 100, 150) · HSL(303.4, 20.9%, 49.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.6%, 2.0%, 40.0%)
Does #996496 meet WCAG contrast on white?
4.55:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.
What text color is readable on #996496?
Use 000000 text on a #996496 background; contrast on black is 4.62:1.