#B36DBC

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B36DBC?

RGB(179, 109, 188), HSL(293.2, 37.1%, 58.2%), CMYK(4.8%, 42.0%, 0.0%, 26.3%).

Q: Does #B36DBC meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.6:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B36DBC is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 179, 109, 188, in HSL 293.2°, 37.1%, 58.2%, and in CMYK 4.8%, 42.0%, 0.0%, 26.3%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B36DBC

RGB

179, 109, 188

HSL

293.2, 37.1%, 58.2%

HSV

293.2, 42.0%, 73.7%

CMYK

4.8%, 42.0%, 0.0%, 26.3%

OKLCH

0.6392 0.1374 322.8

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.