#B272B8

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B272B8?

RGB(178, 114, 184), HSL(294.9, 33.0%, 58.4%), CMYK(3.3%, 38.0%, 0.0%, 27.8%).

Q: Does #B272B8 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.5:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B272B8 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 178, 114, 184, in HSL 294.9°, 33.0%, 58.4%, and in CMYK 3.3%, 38.0%, 0.0%, 27.8%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B272B8

RGB

178, 114, 184

HSL

294.9, 33.0%, 58.4%

HSV

294.9, 38.0%, 72.2%

CMYK

3.3%, 38.0%, 0.0%, 27.8%

OKLCH

0.6444 0.1237 323.8

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.