#BC1B9C

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BC1B9C?

RGB(188, 27, 156), HSL(311.9, 74.9%, 42.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 85.6%, 17.0%, 26.3%).

Q: Does #BC1B9C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.56:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BC1B9C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 188, 27, 156, in HSL 311.9°, 74.9%, 42.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 85.6%, 17.0%, 26.3%. The nearest named color is maroon 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#BC1B9C

RGB

188, 27, 156

HSL

311.9, 74.9%, 42.2%

HSV

311.9, 85.6%, 73.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 85.6%, 17.0%, 26.3%

OKLCH

0.5478 0.225 338.5

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: maroon 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.