#B3799D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B3799D?

RGB(179, 121, 157), HSL(322.8, 27.6%, 58.8%), CMYK(0.0%, 32.4%, 12.3%, 29.8%).

Q: Does #B3799D meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.42:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B3799D is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 179, 121, 157, in HSL 322.8°, 27.6%, 58.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.4%, 12.3%, 29.8%. The nearest named color is plum 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#B3799D

RGB

179, 121, 157

HSL

322.8, 27.6%, 58.8%

HSV

322.8, 32.4%, 70.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.4%, 12.3%, 29.8%

OKLCH

0.6468 0.0866 342.0

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: plum 4

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.