#B4238D

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B4238D?

RGB(180, 35, 141), HSL(316.1, 67.4%, 42.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 80.6%, 21.7%, 29.4%).

Q: Does #B4238D meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.89:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B4238D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 180, 35, 141, in HSL 316.1°, 67.4%, 42.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 80.6%, 21.7%, 29.4%. The nearest named color is maroon 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#B4238D

RGB

180, 35, 141

HSL

316.1, 67.4%, 42.2%

HSV

316.1, 80.6%, 70.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 80.6%, 21.7%, 29.4%

OKLCH

0.5317 0.2054 341.8

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: maroon 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.