#B497B3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B497B3?

RGB(180, 151, 179), HSL(302.1, 16.2%, 64.9%), CMYK(0.0%, 16.1%, 0.6%, 29.4%).

Q: Does #B497B3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.62:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B497B3 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 180, 151, 179, in HSL 302.1°, 16.2%, 64.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.1%, 0.6%, 29.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 4009 Pastel Violet.

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Color Values

HEX

#B497B3

RGB

180, 151, 179

HSL

302.1, 16.2%, 64.9%

HSV

302.1, 16.1%, 70.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.1%, 0.6%, 29.4%

OKLCH

0.7114 0.0518 327.2

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: RAL 4009 Pastel Violet

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.