darkorchid

#8D51CD

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB141, 81, 205
CMYK31, 60, 0, 20
HSL269°, 55%, 56%
LAB46, 44, -56
Closest Library Match
purple-60090% Match

Readability

5.01On WhitePASS AA
4.19On 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 #8D51CD

The hexadecimal color code #8D51CD is a medium, moderate shade of Purple (known as darkorchid). In the RGB color model, #8D51CD is comprised of 141 red, 81 green, and 205 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 269 degrees, a saturation of 55%, and a lightness of 56%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 463 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 #8D51CD.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind