#D996DD

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #D996DD?

RGB(217, 150, 221), HSL(296.6, 51.1%, 72.7%), CMYK(1.8%, 32.1%, 0.0%, 13.3%).

Q: Does #D996DD meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.24:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#D996DD is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 217, 150, 221, in HSL 296.6°, 51.1%, 72.7%, and in CMYK 1.8%, 32.1%, 0.0%, 13.3%. The nearest named color is plum.

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Color Values

HEX

#D996DD

RGB

217, 150, 221

HSL

296.6, 51.1%, 72.7%

HSV

296.6, 32.1%, 86.7%

CMYK

1.8%, 32.1%, 0.0%, 13.3%

OKLCH

0.7622 0.1228 324.8

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: plum

Color Psychology

Light magentas and fuchsia tints radiate playful energy, self-expression, and modern individuality. They feel bold yet approachable, associated with creativity and nonconformity. These hues challenge convention and signal a willingness to stand out.

Design Usage

Light magentas are effective for fashion, entertainment, and youth-oriented brands. They add vibrant personality as accent colors in otherwise neutral palettes. Use for notification badges, featured tags, and interactive hover states.