#A1878C

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A1878C?

RGB(161, 135, 140), HSL(348.5, 12.1%, 58.0%), CMYK(0.0%, 16.1%, 13.0%, 36.9%).

Q: Does #A1878C meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.3:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A1878C is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 161, 135, 140, in HSL 348.5°, 12.1%, 58.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.1%, 13.0%, 36.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 4009 Pastel Violet.

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Color Values

HEX

#A1878C

RGB

161, 135, 140

HSL

348.5, 12.1%, 58.0%

HSV

348.5, 16.1%, 63.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.1%, 13.0%, 36.9%

OKLCH

0.6488 0.0323 5.0

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: RAL 4009 Pastel Violet

Color Psychology

Pure red is the color of adrenaline, passion, and urgency. It raises heart rate and stimulates appetite, which is why fast-food chains and sale banners rely on it worldwide. Culturally, red signifies luck and prosperity in East Asia while representing danger and prohibition in Western road signage.

Design Usage

Medium red is ideal for call-to-action buttons, sale badges, and notification dots where instant attention is needed. It should be used sparingly as an accent rather than a dominant background to avoid visual fatigue. Red pairs effectively with white text for maximum legibility in buttons and banners.