#A8538D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A8538D?

RGB(168, 83, 141), HSL(319.1, 33.9%, 49.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 50.6%, 16.1%, 34.1%).

Q: Does #A8538D meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.9:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A8538D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 168, 83, 141, in HSL 319.1°, 33.9%, 49.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 50.6%, 16.1%, 34.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 4008 Signal Violet.

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Color Values

HEX

#A8538D

RGB

168, 83, 141

HSL

319.1, 33.9%, 49.2%

HSV

319.1, 50.6%, 65.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.6%, 16.1%, 34.1%

OKLCH

0.5649 0.1323 340.8

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 4008 Signal 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.