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The hexadecimal color code #8E59A1 is a medium, muted shade of Purple (known as slategray). In the RGB color model, #8E59A1 is comprised of 142 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 284 degrees, a saturation of 29%, and a lightness of 49%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 453 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 #8E59A1.