#B279BB

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B279BB?

RGB(178, 121, 187), HSL(291.8, 32.7%, 60.4%), CMYK(4.8%, 35.3%, 0.0%, 26.7%).

Q: Does #B279BB meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.31:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B279BB is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 178, 121, 187, in HSL 291.8°, 32.7%, 60.4%, and in CMYK 4.8%, 35.3%, 0.0%, 26.7%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B279BB

RGB

178, 121, 187

HSL

291.8, 32.7%, 60.4%

HSV

291.8, 35.3%, 73.3%

CMYK

4.8%, 35.3%, 0.0%, 26.7%

OKLCH

0.6575 0.1144 321.9

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.