#C979A9

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #C979A9?

RGB(201, 121, 169), HSL(324.0, 42.6%, 63.1%), CMYK(0.0%, 39.8%, 15.9%, 21.2%).

Q: Does #C979A9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.09:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#C979A9 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 201, 121, 169, in HSL 324.0°, 42.6%, 63.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.8%, 15.9%, 21.2%. The nearest named color is hotpink 3.

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Color Values

HEX

#C979A9

RGB

201, 121, 169

HSL

324.0, 42.6%, 63.1%

HSV

324.0, 39.8%, 78.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.8%, 15.9%, 21.2%

OKLCH

0.6766 0.1162 343.8

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: hotpink 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.