#C172C5

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C172C5?

RGB(193, 114, 197), HSL(297.1, 41.7%, 61.0%), CMYK(2.0%, 42.1%, 0.0%, 22.7%).

Q: Does #C172C5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.24:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C172C5 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 193, 114, 197, in HSL 297.1°, 41.7%, 61.0%, and in CMYK 2.0%, 42.1%, 0.0%, 22.7%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1040-R60B Orchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#C172C5

RGB

193, 114, 197

HSL

297.1, 41.7%, 61.0%

HSV

297.1, 42.1%, 77.3%

CMYK

2.0%, 42.1%, 0.0%, 22.7%

OKLCH

0.6674 0.1464 325.3

Properties

Cool 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.