#DD55E2

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #DD55E2?

RGB(221, 85, 226), HSL(297.9, 70.9%, 61.0%), CMYK(2.2%, 62.4%, 0.0%, 11.4%).

Q: Does #DD55E2 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.24:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#DD55E2 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 221, 85, 226, in HSL 297.9°, 70.9%, 61.0%, and in CMYK 2.2%, 62.4%, 0.0%, 11.4%. The nearest named color is mediumorchid 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#DD55E2

RGB

221, 85, 226

HSL

297.9, 70.9%, 61.0%

HSV

297.9, 62.4%, 88.6%

CMYK

2.2%, 62.4%, 0.0%, 11.4%

OKLCH

0.6792 0.2326 326.3

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.