#996DA1

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #996DA1?

RGB(153, 109, 161), HSL(290.8, 21.7%, 52.9%), CMYK(5.0%, 32.3%, 0.0%, 36.9%).

Q: Does #996DA1 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.15:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#996DA1 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 153, 109, 161, in HSL 290.8°, 21.7%, 52.9%, and in CMYK 5.0%, 32.3%, 0.0%, 36.9%. The nearest named color is Violet (Purple).

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Color Values

HEX

#996DA1

RGB

153, 109, 161

HSL

290.8, 21.7%, 52.9%

HSV

290.8, 32.3%, 63.1%

CMYK

5.0%, 32.3%, 0.0%, 36.9%

OKLCH

0.5982 0.0921 321.2

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.