#BB81EB

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BB81EB?

RGB(187, 129, 235), HSL(272.8, 72.6%, 71.4%), CMYK(20.4%, 45.1%, 0.0%, 7.8%).

Q: Does #BB81EB meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.82:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BB81EB is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 187, 129, 235, in HSL 272.8°, 72.6%, 71.4%, and in CMYK 20.4%, 45.1%, 0.0%, 7.8%. The nearest named color is mediumpurple 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#BB81EB

RGB

187, 129, 235

HSL

272.8, 72.6%, 71.4%

HSV

272.8, 45.1%, 92.2%

CMYK

20.4%, 45.1%, 0.0%, 7.8%

OKLCH

0.703 0.1599 308.0

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.