Color swatch image showing #B48EBF with RGB(180,142,191) values

#B48EBF Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #B48EBF including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#B48EBF Color Information

#B48EBF RGB value is (180, 142, 191). The hex color red value is 180, green is 142, and blue is 191. Its HSL format shows a hue of 287°, saturation of 28 percent, and lightness of 65 percent. The CMYK process values are 6 percent, 26 percent, 0 percent, 25 percent.

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#B48EBF Color Meaning

Color #B48EBF expresses quiet dignity, introspective warmth, and understated creativity. Unlike bold purples that command attention, #B48EBF muted reddish-purple draws viewers inward. Psychologically, color #B48EBF balances the spiritual depth of violet with the grounded tenderness of rose, fostering contemplation without isolation. #B48EBF works well in spaces meant for reflection—such as reading nooks, therapy rooms, or journaling apps—because #B48EBF feels personal but not overwhelming. Historically, the #B48EBF plant symbolizes faithfulness and modesty, and the color inherits those traits. In branding, color #B48EBF appeals to niche markets: artisanal goods, indie literature, or wellness brands that prioritize authenticity over spectacle. Spiritually, #B48EBF represents inner listening and compassionate boundaries. Unlike royal purples tied to power, #B48EBF suggests wisdom earned through patience. Use color #B48EBF when you want emotional resonance without drama or dominance.

Color Conversion

Convert #B48EBF across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#B48EBF
RGB
rgb(180, 142, 191)
HSL
hsl(287°, 28%, 65%)
CMYK
cmyk(6%, 26%, 0%, 25%)
HSV
hsv(287°, 26%, 75%)
XYZ
37.8994 32.8109 53.6258
Yxy
32.8109 0.3048 0.2639
Hunter Lab
57.2808 3.5753 -3.0223
CIE-Lab
64.0075 23.1571 -19.9994

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red180 / 255 (71%)
71%
Green142 / 255 (56%)
56%
Blue191 / 255 (75%)
75%

CMYK Values

Cyan6 / 100 (6%)
Magenta26 / 100 (26%)
26%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)25 / 100 (25%)
25%

Color Variations

#B48EBF harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#B48EBF harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #B48EBF for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

2.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #B48EBF appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#B48EBF

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #B48EBF;

Text Color

color: #B48EBF;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #B48EBF;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #B48EBF40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #B48EBF;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #B48EBF 0%, #6f457b 100%);

#B48EBF Color FAQs

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