#BC42C2

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BC42C2?

RGB(188, 66, 194), HSL(297.2, 51.2%, 51.0%), CMYK(3.1%, 66.0%, 0.0%, 23.9%).

Q: Does #BC42C2 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.47:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BC42C2 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 188, 66, 194, in HSL 297.2°, 51.2%, 51.0%, and in CMYK 3.1%, 66.0%, 0.0%, 23.9%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#BC42C2

RGB

188, 66, 194

HSL

297.2, 51.2%, 51.0%

HSV

297.2, 66.0%, 76.1%

CMYK

3.1%, 66.0%, 0.0%, 23.9%

OKLCH

0.5974 0.2141 325.9

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: mediumorchid

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.