#BE7CBC Hex Color
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Packaging for cosmetics or confectionery often needs a magenta that does not shout. #be7cbc fits that brief: a rather unsaturated magenta with a soft, powdery finish. Its muted lightness reads tender and romantic, so it works best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant base. Pair it with deep plum or charcoal, and keep text dark on this hex code for contrast.
Questions about #be7cbc
What is #be7cbc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #be7cbc is rgb(190, 124, 188), in HSL hsl(302, 34%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 1%, 25%.
Does black text meet WCAG standards on #be7cbc?
Yes. Black text on #be7cbc reaches about 6.8:1 contrast, above the 4.5:1 that WCAG AA requires for body text. White text falls short, so stick with dark type for small sizes.
What colors pair well with #be7cbc?
Deep plum and charcoal ground its softness, while a touch of gold adds warmth. Skip pale pastels nearby, since they wash this muted magenta out.
Is #be7cbc readable on white or black?
#be7cbc has a 3.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.79:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.