#B274B5

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B274B5?

RGB(178, 116, 181), HSL(297.2, 30.5%, 58.2%), CMYK(1.7%, 35.9%, 0.0%, 29.0%).

Q: Does #B274B5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.47:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B274B5 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 178, 116, 181, in HSL 297.2°, 30.5%, 58.2%, and in CMYK 1.7%, 35.9%, 0.0%, 29.0%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B274B5

RGB

178, 116, 181

HSL

297.2, 30.5%, 58.2%

HSV

297.2, 35.9%, 71.0%

CMYK

1.7%, 35.9%, 0.0%, 29.0%

OKLCH

0.6465 0.117 325.2

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.