mediumpurple

#979CD8

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB151, 156, 216
CMYK30, 28, 0, 15
HSL235°, 45%, 72%
LAB66, 8, -31
Closest Library Match
slate-40093% Match

Readability

2.60On WhiteFAIL
8.06On 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 #979CD8

The hexadecimal color code #979CD8 is a light, moderate shade of Blue (known as mediumpurple). In the RGB color model, #979CD8 is comprised of 151 red, 156 green, and 216 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 235 degrees, a saturation of 45%, and a lightness of 72%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 487 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue 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 #979CD8.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind