#AB74E3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #AB74E3?

RGB(171, 116, 227), HSL(269.7, 66.5%, 67.3%), CMYK(24.7%, 48.9%, 0.0%, 11.0%).

Q: Does #AB74E3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.31:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#AB74E3 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 171, 116, 227, in HSL 269.7°, 66.5%, 67.3%, and in CMYK 24.7%, 48.9%, 0.0%, 11.0%. The nearest named color is mediumpurple 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#AB74E3

RGB

171, 116, 227

HSL

269.7, 66.5%, 67.3%

HSV

269.7, 48.9%, 89.0%

CMYK

24.7%, 48.9%, 0.0%, 11.0%

OKLCH

0.6616 0.1664 305.2

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: mediumpurple 2

Color Psychology

Light purples and lavenders evoke romance, nostalgia, and gentle luxury. They are calming and slightly whimsical, often associated with springtime flowers and delicate fragrance. Lavender tones stimulate creativity and imagination while maintaining a sense of refinement.

Design Usage

Soft purple is popular in beauty brands, creative platforms, and children's educational apps. It creates distinctive card backgrounds and feature highlights that feel premium without being heavy. Pair it with sage green or warm gold for a sophisticated, trend-forward color combination.