#9D278D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #9D278D?

RGB(157, 39, 141), HSL(308.1, 60.2%, 38.4%), CMYK(0.0%, 75.2%, 10.2%, 38.4%).

Q: Does #9D278D meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.76:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#9D278D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 157, 39, 141, in HSL 308.1°, 60.2%, 38.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 75.2%, 10.2%, 38.4%. The nearest named color is purple.

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Color Values

HEX

#9D278D

RGB

157, 39, 141

HSL

308.1, 60.2%, 38.4%

HSV

308.1, 75.2%, 61.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 75.2%, 10.2%, 38.4%

OKLCH

0.4974 0.1883 334.2

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: 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.