lightslategray

#896FAE

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB137, 111, 174
CMYK21, 36, 0, 32
HSL265°, 28%, 56%
LAB51, 20, -30
Closest Library Match
slate-50088% Match

Readability

4.24On WhiteFAIL
4.94On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #896FAE

The hexadecimal color code #896FAE is a medium, muted shade of Purple (known as lightslategray). In the RGB color model, #896FAE is comprised of 137 red, 111 green, and 174 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 265 degrees, a saturation of 28%, and a lightness of 56%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 466 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 #896FAE.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind