#B272B5

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B272B5?

RGB(178, 114, 181), HSL(297.3, 31.2%, 57.8%), CMYK(1.7%, 37.0%, 0.0%, 29.0%).

Q: Does #B272B5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.52:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B272B5 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 178, 114, 181, in HSL 297.3°, 31.2%, 57.8%, and in CMYK 1.7%, 37.0%, 0.0%, 29.0%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B272B5

RGB

178, 114, 181

HSL

297.3, 31.2%, 57.8%

HSV

297.3, 37.0%, 71.0%

CMYK

1.7%, 37.0%, 0.0%, 29.0%

OKLCH

0.6431 0.1206 325.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid

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.