#B255A4

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B255A4?

RGB(178, 85, 164), HSL(309.0, 37.7%, 51.6%), CMYK(0.0%, 52.2%, 7.9%, 30.2%).

Q: Does #B255A4 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.44:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B255A4 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 178, 85, 164, in HSL 309.0°, 37.7%, 51.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 52.2%, 7.9%, 30.2%. The nearest named color is orchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B255A4

RGB

178, 85, 164

HSL

309.0, 37.7%, 51.6%

HSV

309.0, 52.2%, 69.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.2%, 7.9%, 30.2%

OKLCH

0.5911 0.1551 333.4

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: orchid 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.