#986FAE

The hexadecimal color code #986FAE is a medium, muted shade of Purple (known as mediumpurple). In the RGB color model, #986FAE is comprised of 152 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 279 degrees, a saturation of 28%, and a lightness of 56%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 456 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 #986FAE.