#CD42D5

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #CD42D5?

RGB(205, 66, 213), HSL(296.7, 63.6%, 54.7%), CMYK(3.8%, 69.0%, 0.0%, 16.5%).

Q: Does #CD42D5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

Overview

#CD42D5 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 205, 66, 213, in HSL 296.7°, 63.6%, 54.7%, and in CMYK 3.8%, 69.0%, 0.0%, 16.5%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#CD42D5

RGB

205, 66, 213

HSL

296.7, 63.6%, 54.7%

HSV

296.7, 69.0%, 83.5%

CMYK

3.8%, 69.0%, 0.0%, 16.5%

OKLCH

0.6318 0.2376 325.6

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.