#BB47BD

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BB47BD?

RGB(187, 71, 189), HSL(299.0, 47.2%, 51.0%), CMYK(1.1%, 62.4%, 0.0%, 25.9%).

Q: Does #BB47BD meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.42:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BB47BD is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 187, 71, 189, in HSL 299.0°, 47.2%, 51.0%, and in CMYK 1.1%, 62.4%, 0.0%, 25.9%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#BB47BD

RGB

187, 71, 189

HSL

299.0, 47.2%, 51.0%

HSV

299.0, 62.4%, 74.1%

CMYK

1.1%, 62.4%, 0.0%, 25.9%

OKLCH

0.5985 0.2029 327.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: mediumorchid 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.