#B257B7

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B257B7?

RGB(178, 87, 183), HSL(296.9, 40.0%, 52.9%), CMYK(2.7%, 52.5%, 0.0%, 28.2%).

Q: Does #B257B7 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.25:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B257B7 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 178, 87, 183, in HSL 296.9°, 40.0%, 52.9%, and in CMYK 2.7%, 52.5%, 0.0%, 28.2%. The nearest named color is orchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B257B7

RGB

178, 87, 183

HSL

296.9, 40.0%, 52.9%

HSV

296.9, 52.5%, 71.8%

CMYK

2.7%, 52.5%, 0.0%, 28.2%

OKLCH

0.603 0.1688 325.4

Properties

Cool 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.