#B237B0

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B237B0?

RGB(178, 55, 176), HSL(301.0, 52.8%, 45.7%), CMYK(0.0%, 69.1%, 1.1%, 30.2%).

Q: Does #B237B0 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.16:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B237B0 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 178, 55, 176, in HSL 301.0°, 52.8%, 45.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 69.1%, 1.1%, 30.2%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B237B0

RGB

178, 55, 176

HSL

301.0, 52.8%, 45.7%

HSV

301.0, 69.1%, 69.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 69.1%, 1.1%, 30.2%

OKLCH

0.5625 0.2079 328.6

Properties

Warm 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.