slategray

#855E9C

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB133, 94, 156
CMYK15, 40, 0, 39
HSL278°, 25%, 49%
LAB46, 25, -28
Closest Library Match
gray-50090% Match

Readability

5.14On WhitePASS AA
4.07On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #855E9C

The hexadecimal color code #855E9C is a medium, muted shade of Purple (known as slategray). In the RGB color model, #855E9C is comprised of 133 red, 94 green, and 156 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 278 degrees, a saturation of 25%, and a lightness of 49%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 457 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create muted Purple atmospheres. Designers searching for Purple color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #855E9C.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind