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Magenta

Parameters:
HEX Triplet:
#ff00ff
RGB:
255, 0, 255
CMYK:
0, 100, 0, 0
HSL:
300°, 100%, 50%
Closest colors:
in RGB:
Fuchsia
in PANTONE:
PANTONE 226
in RAL Classic:
RAL 4010
in RAL Design:
RAL 340 70 35
in RAL Effect:
RAL 510-2
What color is Magenta? What are the examples of Magenta color in life? The Magenta Mystery: Iona and Stella's Colorful Adventure
2024-08-24 Snargl 05:08
# General # Design

What color is Magenta?

Woman with pink hair
Woman in a purple armor standing in a field of flowers with a castle in the background
Man with a flower crown on his head smiling for a picture in a suit and tie with a purple background
Small pink building with a gold roof on a brick walkway in a dark area with trees and bushes
Purple crystal pyramid with a pink background and a pink light behind it
Purple and green object on top of a floor next to a window in a building
Woman in a white top and pink shorts posing for a picture in front of a purple curtain with a black belt
Pink sports car driving down a race track with a bench in the background
Futuristic city with a lot of windows and a red light coming from it's windows and a car parked in front of it
Woman in a futuristic outfit standing in front of a clock tower with a sky background
Pink truck with a bunch of flowers on the back of it's cab is parked in a field
Colorful crystal ball on a stand on a table with a light shining in the background
Cat with yellow eyes and a purple sweater on. Example of RGB 255,0,255 color.
Futuristic city with a futuristic spaceship floating in the sky at sunset or sunrise
Beautiful pink tree line along the edge of a lake at sunset or dawn with a colorful sky reflected in the water
Magenta is a color that is variously defined as pinkish-purplish-red or reddish-purplish-pink.
On color wheels of the RGB and CMYK color models, it is located exactly midway between red and blue.

It is one of the four colors of ink used in color printing, along with yellow, cyan, and black.
Magenta is not a spectral color, meaning that it is not a hue associated with monochromatic visible light.

Magenta is an extra-spectral color, meaning that it is associated with perception of spectral power distributions concentrated mostly in two bands: longer wavelength reddish components and shorter wavelength blueish components.

Example of the palette with the Magenta color

Picture with primary colors of Ecru, MSU Green, Light slate gray, Magenta and Cadet
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...

Example of the palette with the Magenta color

Picture with primary colors of Smoky black, Tyrian purple, Magenta, UP Maroon and Dark candy apple red
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...

Example of the palette with the Magenta color

Picture with primary colors of Vivid cerise, Ruddy pink, Medium carmine, Dark green and Magenta
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...

Example of the palette with the Magenta color

Picture with primary colors of Dark magenta, Dark jungle green, Sky magenta, Magenta and Stormcloud
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
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What are the examples of Magenta color in life?

Purple vase with a blue top and a pink centerpiece on a table with other vases in the background
Pink sports car is parked in a room with purple lighting on the walls
Woman walking down a purple tunnel with a dog nearby on a leasher in a purple tunnel
Purple flower with a yellow center and a black background with a white border around it
Woman with pink hair and purple makeup with a butterfly on her forehead
Colorful spiral of colored lines on a black background
Painting of a mountain lake with a sunset in the background and a pink sky
Room with a desk and chairs and a window with city view in the background and a purple wall
Magenta is a color that is variously defined as pinkish-purplish-red, reddish-purplish-pink or mauvish-crimson.

It is not a spectral color, but an extra-spectral color that cannot be generated by light of a single wavelength.

It is one of the four colors of ink used in color printing, along with yellow, cyan and black.

Some examples of magenta color in life are:
  • Flowers: Some flowers have magenta petals, such as orchids, roses, geraniums, petunias and fuchsias.
    The color was originally named after the fuchsia flower.

  • Art: Some artists use magenta as a vibrant and expressive color in their paintings, such as Henri Matisse, Vincent van Gogh and Wassily Kandinsky.

  • Fashion: Magenta is a popular color for clothing and accessories, especially for women and girls.
    It can create a bold and feminine look, or a playful and whimsical one.

  • Technology: Magenta is used as a color for some electronic devices, such as smartphones, laptops and headphones.
    It can also be seen on some websites and apps, such as Instagram and Spotify.

  • Nature: Magenta can be found in some natural phenomena, such as sunsets, auroras and rainbows.
    It can also be seen in some animals, such as flamingos, dragonflies and butterflies.

Example of the palette with the Magenta color

Picture with primary colors of Bulgarian rose, Meat brown, Ash grey, Magenta and Pastel brown
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
NCS (Natural Color System)
NCS S 5540-Y90R
NCS S 2050-Y10R
NCS S 2005-G
NCS S 1060-R20B
NCS S 5010-G90Y
RAL Classic
RAL 3007
RAL 1012
RAL 7038
RAL 4010
RAL 8000
RAL Design
RAL 040 20 19
RAL 085 80 70
RAL 000 75 00
RAL 340 70 35
RAL 040 40 20
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Funny stories about the 'Magenta'

The Magenta Mystery: Iona and Stella's Colorful Adventure

In a far away place, in the bustling city of Chromapolis, where colors danced and swirled in every corner, lived an eccentric inventor named Iona Krang. Iona was known for her wild hair, which seemed to change color with her mood, and her even wilder inventions. Her latest obsession? The color magenta. She believed it held the key to revolutionizing motion design.

One sunny morning, Iona was in her lab, surrounded by gadgets and gizmos, when she received an unexpected visitor. Stella Goowanni, the top model whose face graced every billboard in the city, had come to see her. Stella was known for her impeccable style and grace, but today she looked flustered.
Painting of a city with a lake and trees in the foreground and a sky filled with clouds

"Iona, I need your help!" Stella exclaimed, her eyes wide with urgency. "My latest photoshoot is a disaster. The colors are all wrong, and the designer insists on using magenta, but it just looks... off."

Iona's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Magenta, you say? This is perfect! I've been working on a theory that magenta is the most misunderstood color in motion design. Let's get to the bottom of this!"

The two women set off on a whirlwind adventure through Chromapolis. Their first stop was the Color Museum, where they hoped to find clues about magenta's true essence. As they wandered through the vibrant exhibits, Iona explained her theory.

"Magenta isn't just a color; it's a state of mind," Iona said, her voice filled with passion. "It's the bridge between red and blue, the harmony of opposites. But to truly understand it, we need to see it in motion."

Their next stop was the Motion Design Studio, where Iona's friend, Max, was working on a new animation. Max was a genius with a knack for bringing colors to life. He welcomed Iona and Stella with open arms and a mischievous grin.

"I've been experimenting with magenta too," Max said, showing them his latest creation. "But it's tricky. It has a mind of its own."

As they watched the animation, magenta swirled and danced across the screen, creating mesmerizing patterns. Stella's eyes widened in awe. "It's beautiful, but it's still not right for my photoshoot."
Purple and black animal with horns and spikes on its head and tail

Iona scratched her head, deep in thought. "We need to think outside the box. What if we combine magenta with other elements? Light, texture, movement..."

Suddenly, an idea struck her. "Stella, what if we use your modeling skills to bring magenta to life? You can be the embodiment of the color, moving and interacting with it."

Stella's face lit up with excitement. "Let's do it!"

They spent the next few days in a whirlwind of creativity. Iona designed a special suit for Stella that could change colors and textures, while Max worked on the animation. Stella practiced her movements, learning to flow with the magenta patterns.

Finally, the day of the photoshoot arrived. The studio was buzzing with anticipation as Stella stepped onto the set. As the cameras rolled, she moved gracefully, her suit shifting and changing with every step. Magenta swirled around her, creating a stunning visual symphony.

The designer watched in awe, his skepticism melting away. "It's perfect! You've captured the essence of magenta!"

Iona beamed with pride. "We did it, Stella! We unlocked the mystery of magenta."
Room with a mirror, a chair and a rug in it with a pink light on the floor. Example of #FF00FF color.

The photoshoot was a huge success, and Stella's images became the talk of the town. Iona's theory about magenta revolutionized motion design, and she became a sought-after expert in the field.

As they celebrated their victory, Stella raised a glass to Iona. "To the most brilliant inventor and the most misunderstood color. Here's to magenta!"

And so, in the colorful city of Chromapolis, Iona Krang and Stella Goowanni proved that with a little creativity and a lot of passion, even the most elusive mysteries could be solved.
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