#B228B6

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B228B6?

RGB(178, 40, 182), HSL(298.3, 64.0%, 43.5%), CMYK(2.2%, 78.0%, 0.0%, 28.6%).

Q: Does #B228B6 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.42:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B228B6 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 178, 40, 182, in HSL 298.3°, 64.0%, 43.5%, and in CMYK 2.2%, 78.0%, 0.0%, 28.6%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B228B6

RGB

178, 40, 182

HSL

298.3, 64.0%, 43.5%

HSV

298.3, 78.0%, 71.4%

CMYK

2.2%, 78.0%, 0.0%, 28.6%

OKLCH

0.554 0.2281 326.9

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.