#996D9C

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #996D9C?

RGB(153, 109, 156), HSL(296.2, 19.2%, 52.0%), CMYK(1.9%, 30.1%, 0.0%, 38.8%).

Q: Does #996D9C meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.18:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#996D9C is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 153, 109, 156, in HSL 296.2°, 19.2%, 52.0%, and in CMYK 1.9%, 30.1%, 0.0%, 38.8%. The nearest named color is plum 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#996D9C

RGB

153, 109, 156

HSL

296.2, 19.2%, 52.0%

HSV

296.2, 30.1%, 61.2%

CMYK

1.9%, 30.1%, 0.0%, 38.8%

OKLCH

0.5961 0.0865 324.4

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: plum 4

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.