darkorchid

#8D38CA

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB141, 56, 202
CMYK30, 72, 0, 21
HSL275°, 58%, 51%
LAB42, 55, -61
Closest Library Match
purple-70094% Match

Readability

5.91On WhitePASS AA
3.55On 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 #8D38CA

The hexadecimal color code #8D38CA is a medium, moderate shade of Purple (known as darkorchid). In the RGB color model, #8D38CA is comprised of 141 red, 56 green, and 202 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 275 degrees, a saturation of 58%, and a lightness of 51%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 459 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate 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 #8D38CA.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind