#996D9D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #996D9D?

RGB(153, 109, 157), HSL(295.0, 19.7%, 52.2%), CMYK(2.5%, 30.6%, 0.0%, 38.4%).

Q: Does #996D9D meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

Overview

#996D9D is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 153, 109, 157, in HSL 295.0°, 19.7%, 52.2%, and in CMYK 2.5%, 30.6%, 0.0%, 38.4%. The nearest named color is plum 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#996D9D

RGB

153, 109, 157

HSL

295.0, 19.7%, 52.2%

HSV

295.0, 30.6%, 61.6%

CMYK

2.5%, 30.6%, 0.0%, 38.4%

OKLCH

0.5965 0.0876 323.8

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.