#B172B2

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B172B2?

RGB(177, 114, 178), HSL(299.1, 29.4%, 57.3%), CMYK(0.6%, 36.0%, 0.0%, 30.2%).

Q: Does #B172B2 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.55:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B172B2 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 177, 114, 178, in HSL 299.1°, 29.4%, 57.3%, and in CMYK 0.6%, 36.0%, 0.0%, 30.2%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B172B2

RGB

177, 114, 178

HSL

299.1, 29.4%, 57.3%

HSV

299.1, 36.0%, 69.8%

CMYK

0.6%, 36.0%, 0.0%, 30.2%

OKLCH

0.6407 0.1169 326.3

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.