slategray

#8959A1

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB137, 89, 161
CMYK15, 45, 0, 37
HSL280°, 29%, 49%
LAB45, 30, -31
Closest Library Match
slate-50088% Match

Readability

5.24On WhitePASS AA
4.00On 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 #8959A1

The hexadecimal color code #8959A1 is a medium, muted shade of Purple (known as slategray). In the RGB color model, #8959A1 is comprised of 137 red, 89 green, and 161 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 280 degrees, a saturation of 29%, and a lightness of 49%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 456 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 #8959A1.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind