#C538D5

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C538D5?

RGB(197, 56, 213), HSL(293.9, 65.1%, 52.7%), CMYK(7.5%, 73.7%, 0.0%, 16.5%).

Q: Does #C538D5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.29:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C538D5 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 197, 56, 213, in HSL 293.9°, 65.1%, 52.7%, and in CMYK 7.5%, 73.7%, 0.0%, 16.5%. The nearest named color is magenta 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#C538D5

RGB

197, 56, 213

HSL

293.9, 65.1%, 52.7%

HSV

293.9, 73.7%, 83.5%

CMYK

7.5%, 73.7%, 0.0%, 16.5%

OKLCH

0.6121 0.2448 323.4

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: magenta 3

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.