#BD42C3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BD42C3?

RGB(189, 66, 195), HSL(297.2, 51.8%, 51.2%), CMYK(3.1%, 66.2%, 0.0%, 23.5%).

Q: Does #BD42C3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.44:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BD42C3 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 189, 66, 195, in HSL 297.2°, 51.8%, 51.2%, and in CMYK 3.1%, 66.2%, 0.0%, 23.5%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#BD42C3

RGB

189, 66, 195

HSL

297.2, 51.8%, 51.2%

HSV

297.2, 66.2%, 76.5%

CMYK

3.1%, 66.2%, 0.0%, 23.5%

OKLCH

0.5993 0.2154 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.