Color swatch image showing #BB3377 with RGB(187,51,119) values
Color swatch image showing #BB3377 with RGB(187,51,119) values

#BB3377 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #BB3377 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#BB3377 Color Information

#BB3377 RGB value is (187, 51, 119). The hex color red value is 187, green is 51, and blue is 119. Its HSL format shows a hue of 330°, saturation of 57 percent, and lightness of 47 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 73 percent, 36 percent, 27 percent.

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#BB3377 Color Meaning

Color #BB3377 communicates intensity refined by discipline. #BB3377 deep pink violet blend (#BB3377) carries emotional depth while maintaining visual control, giving #BB3377 a composed yet passionate presence. Psychologically, color #BB3377 enhances emotional focus and motivation. #BB3377 channels strong feelings into purposeful action rather than impulsive behavior. In cultural contexts, #BB3377 is found in expressive fashion, performance art, and identity driven branding. On a spiritual level, #BB3377 represents emotional mastery, self confidence, and inner alignment between desire and reason.

Color Conversion

Convert #BB3377 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
#BB3377
RGB
rgb(187, 51, 119)
HSL
hsl(330°, 57%, 47%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 73%, 36%, 27%)
HSV
hsv(330°, 73%, 73%)
XYZ
25.0071 14.2644 18.8880
Yxy
14.2644 0.4300 0.2453
Hunter Lab
37.7682 4.0202 -0.3737
CIE-Lab
44.6097 59.1409 -7.0427

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red187 / 255 (73%)
73%
Green51 / 255 (20%)
20%
Blue119 / 255 (47%)
47%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta73 / 100 (73%)
73%
Yellow36 / 100 (36%)
36%
Key (Black)27 / 100 (27%)
27%

Color Variations

#BB3377 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

#BB3377 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 #BB3377 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.

#FFFFFF
#BB3377

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

5.45:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

5.45:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

5.45:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #BB3377 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

#BB3377

protanopia

#807f67

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #BB3377;

Text Color

color: #BB3377;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #BB3377;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #BB337740;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #BB3377;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #BB3377 0%, #701f47 100%);

#BB3377 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #BB3377 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.