#B97AE5

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B97AE5?

RGB(185, 122, 229), HSL(275.3, 67.3%, 68.8%), CMYK(19.2%, 46.7%, 0.0%, 10.2%).

Q: Does #B97AE5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.01:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B97AE5 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 185, 122, 229, in HSL 275.3°, 67.3%, 68.8%, and in CMYK 19.2%, 46.7%, 0.0%, 10.2%. The nearest named color is mediumpurple 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#B97AE5

RGB

185, 122, 229

HSL

275.3, 67.3%, 68.8%

HSV

275.3, 46.7%, 89.8%

CMYK

19.2%, 46.7%, 0.0%, 10.2%

OKLCH

0.6866 0.1636 309.9

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: mediumpurple 2

Color Psychology

Light purples and lavenders evoke romance, nostalgia, and gentle luxury. They are calming and slightly whimsical, often associated with springtime flowers and delicate fragrance. Lavender tones stimulate creativity and imagination while maintaining a sense of refinement.

Design Usage

Soft purple is popular in beauty brands, creative platforms, and children's educational apps. It creates distinctive card backgrounds and feature highlights that feel premium without being heavy. Pair it with sage green or warm gold for a sophisticated, trend-forward color combination.