#CD42D4

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #CD42D4?

RGB(205, 66, 212), HSL(297.1, 62.9%, 54.5%), CMYK(3.3%, 68.9%, 0.0%, 16.9%).

Q: Does #CD42D4 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.94:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#CD42D4 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 205, 66, 212, in HSL 297.1°, 62.9%, 54.5%, and in CMYK 3.3%, 68.9%, 0.0%, 16.9%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#CD42D4

RGB

205, 66, 212

HSL

297.1, 62.9%, 54.5%

HSV

297.1, 68.9%, 83.1%

CMYK

3.3%, 68.9%, 0.0%, 16.9%

OKLCH

0.6312 0.2368 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.