#AD42B3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #AD42B3?

RGB(173, 66, 179), HSL(296.8, 46.1%, 48.0%), CMYK(3.4%, 63.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%).

Q: Does #AD42B3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.99:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#AD42B3 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 173, 66, 179, in HSL 296.8°, 46.1%, 48.0%, and in CMYK 3.4%, 63.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#AD42B3

RGB

173, 66, 179

HSL

296.8, 46.1%, 48.0%

HSV

296.8, 63.1%, 70.2%

CMYK

3.4%, 63.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%

OKLCH

0.5682 0.1938 325.6

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: mediumorchid 3

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.