#B36BB7

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B36BB7?

RGB(179, 107, 183), HSL(296.8, 34.5%, 56.9%), CMYK(2.2%, 41.5%, 0.0%, 28.2%).

Q: Does #B36BB7 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.68:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B36BB7 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 179, 107, 183, in HSL 296.8°, 34.5%, 56.9%, and in CMYK 2.2%, 41.5%, 0.0%, 28.2%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B36BB7

RGB

179, 107, 183

HSL

296.8, 34.5%, 56.9%

HSV

296.8, 41.5%, 71.8%

CMYK

2.2%, 41.5%, 0.0%, 28.2%

OKLCH

0.6338 0.1358 325.1

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.