#B311BB

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B311BB?

RGB(179, 17, 187), HSL(297.2, 83.3%, 40.0%), CMYK(4.3%, 90.9%, 0.0%, 26.7%).

Q: Does #B311BB meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.65:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B311BB is a cool, dark color. In RGB it is 179, 17, 187, in HSL 297.2°, 83.3%, 40.0%, and in CMYK 4.3%, 90.9%, 0.0%, 26.7%. The nearest named color is magenta 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B311BB

RGB

179, 17, 187

HSL

297.2, 83.3%, 40.0%

HSV

297.2, 90.9%, 73.3%

CMYK

4.3%, 90.9%, 0.0%, 26.7%

OKLCH

0.5473 0.247 325.9

Properties

Cool Dark Nearest: magenta 3

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.