#9C8C9D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #9C8C9D?

RGB(156, 140, 157), HSL(296.5, 8.0%, 58.2%), CMYK(0.6%, 10.8%, 0.0%, 38.4%).

Q: Does #9C8C9D meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.16:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#9C8C9D is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 156, 140, 157, in HSL 296.5°, 8.0%, 58.2%, and in CMYK 0.6%, 10.8%, 0.0%, 38.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 4009 Pastel Violet.

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Color Values

HEX

#9C8C9D

RGB

156, 140, 157

HSL

296.5, 8.0%, 58.2%

HSV

296.5, 10.8%, 61.6%

CMYK

0.6%, 10.8%, 0.0%, 38.4%

OKLCH

0.6597 0.0309 324.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: RAL 4009 Pastel Violet

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.