#C496C9

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C496C9?

RGB(196, 150, 201), HSL(294.1, 32.1%, 68.8%), CMYK(2.5%, 25.4%, 0.0%, 21.2%).

Q: Does #C496C9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.46:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C496C9 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 196, 150, 201, in HSL 294.1°, 32.1%, 68.8%, and in CMYK 2.5%, 25.4%, 0.0%, 21.2%. The nearest named color is plum 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#C496C9

RGB

196, 150, 201

HSL

294.1, 32.1%, 68.8%

HSV

294.1, 25.4%, 78.8%

CMYK

2.5%, 25.4%, 0.0%, 21.2%

OKLCH

0.733 0.0883 323.1

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: plum 3

Color Psychology

Light magentas and fuchsia tints radiate playful energy, self-expression, and modern individuality. They feel bold yet approachable, associated with creativity and nonconformity. These hues challenge convention and signal a willingness to stand out.

Design Usage

Light magentas are effective for fashion, entertainment, and youth-oriented brands. They add vibrant personality as accent colors in otherwise neutral palettes. Use for notification badges, featured tags, and interactive hover states.