slategray

#885C9D

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB136, 92, 157
CMYK13, 41, 0, 38
HSL281°, 26%, 49%
LAB46, 28, -28
Closest Library Match
gray-50089% Match

Readability

5.16On WhitePASS AA
4.06On 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 #885C9D

The hexadecimal color code #885C9D is a medium, muted shade of Purple (known as slategray). In the RGB color model, #885C9D is comprised of 136 red, 92 green, and 157 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 281 degrees, a saturation of 26%, and a lightness of 49%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 455 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 #885C9D.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind