#C742CE

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C742CE?

RGB(199, 66, 206), HSL(297.0, 58.8%, 53.3%), CMYK(3.4%, 68.0%, 0.0%, 19.2%).

Q: Does #C742CE meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.12:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C742CE is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 199, 66, 206, in HSL 297.0°, 58.8%, 53.3%, and in CMYK 3.4%, 68.0%, 0.0%, 19.2%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid.

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Color Values

HEX

#C742CE

RGB

199, 66, 206

HSL

297.0, 58.8%, 53.3%

HSV

297.0, 68.0%, 80.8%

CMYK

3.4%, 68.0%, 0.0%, 19.2%

OKLCH

0.6194 0.2292 325.8

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.