#C257D3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C257D3?

RGB(194, 87, 211), HSL(291.8, 58.5%, 58.4%), CMYK(8.1%, 58.8%, 0.0%, 17.3%).

Q: Does #C257D3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.75:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C257D3 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 194, 87, 211, in HSL 291.8°, 58.5%, 58.4%, and in CMYK 8.1%, 58.8%, 0.0%, 17.3%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#C257D3

RGB

194, 87, 211

HSL

291.8, 58.5%, 58.4%

HSV

291.8, 58.8%, 82.7%

CMYK

8.1%, 58.8%, 0.0%, 17.3%

OKLCH

0.6382 0.2033 322.0

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.