#C78EF6
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#C78EF6
Overview
#C78EF6 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 199, 142, 246, in HSL 272.9°, 85.2%, 76.1%, and in CMYK 19.1%, 42.3%, 0.0%, 3.5%. The nearest named color is mediumpurple 2.
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Color Values
#C78EF6
199, 142, 246
272.9, 85.2%, 76.1%
272.9, 42.3%, 96.5%
19.1%, 42.3%, 0.0%, 3.5%
0.7417 0.1557 308.3
Properties
Color Psychology
Light purples and lavenders evoke romance, nostalgia, and gentle luxury. They are calming and slightly whimsical, often associated with springtime flowers and delicate fragrance. Lavender tones stimulate creativity and imagination while maintaining a sense of refinement.
Design Usage
Soft purple is popular in beauty brands, creative platforms, and children's educational apps. It creates distinctive card backgrounds and feature highlights that feel premium without being heavy. Pair it with sage green or warm gold for a sophisticated, trend-forward color combination.
Color Harmonies
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Usage
background-color: #C78EF6;
color: #C78EF6;
border-color: #C78EF6;
Purple 400
#C084FC
Tailwind Shades
Contrast Checker
Text on white
2.43:1
Text on black
8.63:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C78EF6?
RGB(199, 142, 246) · HSL(272.9, 85.2%, 76.1%) · CMYK(19.1%, 42.3%, 0.0%, 3.5%)
Does #C78EF6 meet WCAG contrast on white?
2.43:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.
What text color is readable on #C78EF6?
Use 000000 text on a #C78EF6 background; contrast on black is 8.63:1.