#B279B9

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B279B9?

RGB(178, 121, 185), HSL(293.4, 31.4%, 60.0%), CMYK(3.8%, 34.6%, 0.0%, 27.5%).

Q: Does #B279B9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.32:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B279B9 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 178, 121, 185, in HSL 293.4°, 31.4%, 60.0%, and in CMYK 3.8%, 34.6%, 0.0%, 27.5%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B279B9

RGB

178, 121, 185

HSL

293.4, 31.4%, 60.0%

HSV

293.4, 34.6%, 72.5%

CMYK

3.8%, 34.6%, 0.0%, 27.5%

OKLCH

0.6567 0.1122 322.9

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.