#C172C1

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C172C1?

RGB(193, 114, 193), HSL(300.0, 38.9%, 60.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 40.9%, 0.0%, 24.3%).

Q: Does #C172C1 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.26:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C172C1 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 193, 114, 193, in HSL 300.0°, 38.9%, 60.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.9%, 0.0%, 24.3%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#C172C1

RGB

193, 114, 193

HSL

300.0, 38.9%, 60.2%

HSV

300.0, 40.9%, 75.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.9%, 0.0%, 24.3%

OKLCH

0.6656 0.1425 327.0

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid

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.