#997C9D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #997C9D?

RGB(153, 124, 157), HSL(292.7, 14.4%, 55.1%), CMYK(2.5%, 21.0%, 0.0%, 38.4%).

Q: Does #997C9D meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.67:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#997C9D is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 153, 124, 157, in HSL 292.7°, 14.4%, 55.1%, and in CMYK 2.5%, 21.0%, 0.0%, 38.4%. The nearest named color is plum 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#997C9D

RGB

153, 124, 157

HSL

292.7, 14.4%, 55.1%

HSV

292.7, 21.0%, 61.6%

CMYK

2.5%, 21.0%, 0.0%, 38.4%

OKLCH

0.6249 0.0592 322.3

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.