#BD8EFE

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BD8EFE?

RGB(189, 142, 254), HSL(265.2, 98.2%, 77.6%), CMYK(25.6%, 44.1%, 0.0%, 0.4%).

Q: Does #BD8EFE meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.48:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BD8EFE is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 189, 142, 254, in HSL 265.2°, 98.2%, 77.6%, and in CMYK 25.6%, 44.1%, 0.0%, 0.4%. The nearest named color is mediumpurple 1.

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Color Values

HEX

#BD8EFE

RGB

189, 142, 254

HSL

265.2, 98.2%, 77.6%

HSV

265.2, 44.1%, 99.6%

CMYK

25.6%, 44.1%, 0.0%, 0.4%

OKLCH

0.7361 0.1627 301.9

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.