#BC8EFD

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BC8EFD?

RGB(188, 142, 253), HSL(264.9, 96.5%, 77.5%), CMYK(25.7%, 43.9%, 0.0%, 0.8%).

Q: Does #BC8EFD meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.49:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BC8EFD is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 188, 142, 253, in HSL 264.9°, 96.5%, 77.5%, and in CMYK 25.7%, 43.9%, 0.0%, 0.8%. The nearest named color is mediumpurple 1.

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Color Values

HEX

#BC8EFD

RGB

188, 142, 253

HSL

264.9, 96.5%, 77.5%

HSV

264.9, 43.9%, 99.2%

CMYK

25.7%, 43.9%, 0.0%, 0.8%

OKLCH

0.7346 0.1612 301.7

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: mediumpurple 1

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.