#996A9D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #996A9D?

RGB(153, 106, 157), HSL(295.3, 20.6%, 51.6%), CMYK(2.5%, 32.5%, 0.0%, 38.4%).

Q: Does #996A9D meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.28:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#996A9D is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 153, 106, 157, in HSL 295.3°, 20.6%, 51.6%, and in CMYK 2.5%, 32.5%, 0.0%, 38.4%. The nearest named color is Violet (Purple).

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Color Values

HEX

#996A9D

RGB

153, 106, 157

HSL

295.3, 20.6%, 51.6%

HSV

295.3, 32.5%, 61.6%

CMYK

2.5%, 32.5%, 0.0%, 38.4%

OKLCH

0.591 0.0932 324.0

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Violet (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.