#B242B3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B242B3?

RGB(178, 66, 179), HSL(299.5, 46.1%, 48.0%), CMYK(0.6%, 63.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%).

Q: Does #B242B3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.86:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B242B3 is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 178, 66, 179, in HSL 299.5°, 46.1%, 48.0%, and in CMYK 0.6%, 63.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B242B3

RGB

178, 66, 179

HSL

299.5, 46.1%, 48.0%

HSV

299.5, 63.1%, 70.2%

CMYK

0.6%, 63.1%, 0.0%, 29.8%

OKLCH

0.5752 0.1964 327.4

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.