#A96DB3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A96DB3?

RGB(169, 109, 179), HSL(291.4, 31.5%, 56.5%), CMYK(5.6%, 39.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%).

Q: Does #A96DB3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.8:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A96DB3 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 169, 109, 179, in HSL 291.4°, 31.5%, 56.5%, and in CMYK 5.6%, 39.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#A96DB3

RGB

169, 109, 179

HSL

291.4, 31.5%, 56.5%

HSV

291.4, 39.1%, 70.2%

CMYK

5.6%, 39.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%

OKLCH

0.6238 0.1218 321.7

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid

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.