#CC42D3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #CC42D3?

RGB(204, 66, 211), HSL(297.1, 62.2%, 54.3%), CMYK(3.3%, 68.7%, 0.0%, 17.3%).

Q: Does #CC42D3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.97:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#CC42D3 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 204, 66, 211, in HSL 297.1°, 62.2%, 54.3%, and in CMYK 3.3%, 68.7%, 0.0%, 17.3%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#CC42D3

RGB

204, 66, 211

HSL

297.1, 62.2%, 54.3%

HSV

297.1, 68.7%, 82.7%

CMYK

3.3%, 68.7%, 0.0%, 17.3%

OKLCH

0.6292 0.2355 325.9

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: mediumorchid 2

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.