#A979B2

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A979B2?

RGB(169, 121, 178), HSL(290.5, 27.0%, 58.6%), CMYK(5.1%, 32.0%, 0.0%, 30.2%).

Q: Does #A979B2 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.46:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A979B2 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 169, 121, 178, in HSL 290.5°, 27.0%, 58.6%, and in CMYK 5.1%, 32.0%, 0.0%, 30.2%. The nearest named color is Violet (Purple).

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Color Values

HEX

#A979B2

RGB

169, 121, 178

HSL

290.5, 27.0%, 58.6%

HSV

290.5, 32.0%, 69.8%

CMYK

5.1%, 32.0%, 0.0%, 30.2%

OKLCH

0.6441 0.0989 321.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Violet (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.