#BD2979

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BD2979?

RGB(189, 41, 121), HSL(327.6, 64.3%, 45.1%), CMYK(0.0%, 78.3%, 36.0%, 25.9%).

Q: Does #BD2979 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.59:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BD2979 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 189, 41, 121, in HSL 327.6°, 64.3%, 45.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 78.3%, 36.0%, 25.9%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1060-R30B Magenta.

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Color Values

HEX

#BD2979

RGB

189, 41, 121

HSL

327.6, 64.3%, 45.1%

HSV

327.6, 78.3%, 74.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 78.3%, 36.0%, 25.9%

OKLCH

0.5424 0.195 353.0

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: NCS S 1060-R30B Magenta

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.