#B96CBD

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B96CBD?

RGB(185, 108, 189), HSL(297.0, 38.0%, 58.2%), CMYK(2.1%, 42.9%, 0.0%, 25.9%).

Q: Does #B96CBD meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.53:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B96CBD is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 185, 108, 189, in HSL 297.0°, 38.0%, 58.2%, and in CMYK 2.1%, 42.9%, 0.0%, 25.9%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#B96CBD

RGB

185, 108, 189

HSL

297.0, 38.0%, 58.2%

HSV

297.0, 42.9%, 74.1%

CMYK

2.1%, 42.9%, 0.0%, 25.9%

OKLCH

0.6451 0.1438 325.3

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.