#B242B2

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B242B2?

RGB(178, 66, 178), HSL(300.0, 45.9%, 47.8%), CMYK(0.0%, 62.9%, 0.0%, 30.2%).

Q: Does #B242B2 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.87:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B242B2 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 178, 66, 178, in HSL 300.0°, 45.9%, 47.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 62.9%, 0.0%, 30.2%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B242B2

RGB

178, 66, 178

HSL

300.0, 45.9%, 47.8%

HSV

300.0, 62.9%, 69.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.9%, 0.0%, 30.2%

OKLCH

0.5746 0.1956 327.8

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.