#B228B7

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B228B7?

RGB(178, 40, 183), HSL(297.9, 64.1%, 43.7%), CMYK(2.7%, 78.1%, 0.0%, 28.2%).

Q: Does #B228B7 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.41:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B228B7 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 178, 40, 183, in HSL 297.9°, 64.1%, 43.7%, and in CMYK 2.7%, 78.1%, 0.0%, 28.2%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B228B7

RGB

178, 40, 183

HSL

297.9, 64.1%, 43.7%

HSV

297.9, 78.1%, 71.8%

CMYK

2.7%, 78.1%, 0.0%, 28.2%

OKLCH

0.5546 0.2288 326.5

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.