#B27EDD

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B27EDD?

RGB(178, 126, 221), HSL(272.8, 58.3%, 68.0%), CMYK(19.5%, 43.0%, 0.0%, 13.3%).

Q: Does #B27EDD meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.03:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B27EDD is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 178, 126, 221, in HSL 272.8°, 58.3%, 68.0%, and in CMYK 19.5%, 43.0%, 0.0%, 13.3%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B27EDD

RGB

178, 126, 221

HSL

272.8, 58.3%, 68.0%

HSV

272.8, 43.0%, 86.7%

CMYK

19.5%, 43.0%, 0.0%, 13.3%

OKLCH

0.6819 0.1451 308.2

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid

Color Psychology

Light purples and lavenders evoke romance, nostalgia, and gentle luxury. They are calming and slightly whimsical, often associated with springtime flowers and delicate fragrance. Lavender tones stimulate creativity and imagination while maintaining a sense of refinement.

Design Usage

Soft purple is popular in beauty brands, creative platforms, and children's educational apps. It creates distinctive card backgrounds and feature highlights that feel premium without being heavy. Pair it with sage green or warm gold for a sophisticated, trend-forward color combination.