#B0278B

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B0278B?

RGB(176, 39, 139), HSL(316.2, 63.7%, 42.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 77.8%, 21.0%, 31.0%).

Q: Does #B0278B meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.98:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B0278B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 176, 39, 139, in HSL 316.2°, 63.7%, 42.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 77.8%, 21.0%, 31.0%. The nearest named color is maroon 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B0278B

RGB

176, 39, 139

HSL

316.2, 63.7%, 42.2%

HSV

316.2, 77.8%, 69.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 77.8%, 21.0%, 31.0%

OKLCH

0.527 0.1981 341.5

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: maroon 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.