#C977DD

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C977DD?

RGB(201, 119, 221), HSL(288.2, 60.0%, 66.7%), CMYK(9.0%, 46.2%, 0.0%, 13.3%).

Q: Does #C977DD meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.93:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C977DD is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 201, 119, 221, in HSL 288.2°, 60.0%, 66.7%, and in CMYK 9.0%, 46.2%, 0.0%, 13.3%. The nearest named color is orchid 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#C977DD

RGB

201, 119, 221

HSL

288.2, 60.0%, 66.7%

HSV

288.2, 46.2%, 86.7%

CMYK

9.0%, 46.2%, 0.0%, 13.3%

OKLCH

0.6954 0.1667 319.5

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: orchid 3

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.