#996B9E

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #996B9E?

RGB(153, 107, 158), HSL(294.1, 20.8%, 52.0%), CMYK(3.2%, 32.3%, 0.0%, 38.0%).

Q: Does #996B9E meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.24:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#996B9E is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 153, 107, 158, in HSL 294.1°, 20.8%, 52.0%, and in CMYK 3.2%, 32.3%, 0.0%, 38.0%. The nearest named color is Violet (Purple).

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Color Values

HEX

#996B9E

RGB

153, 107, 158

HSL

294.1, 20.8%, 52.0%

HSV

294.1, 32.3%, 62.0%

CMYK

3.2%, 32.3%, 0.0%, 38.0%

OKLCH

0.5933 0.0925 323.3

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.