darkgray

#9C8BBB

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB156, 139, 187
CMYK17, 26, 0, 27
HSL261°, 26%, 64%
LAB61, 14, -23
Closest Library Match
slate-40094% Match

Readability

3.07On WhiteFAIL
6.82On 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 #9C8BBB

The hexadecimal color code #9C8BBB is a light, muted shade of Purple (known as darkgray). In the RGB color model, #9C8BBB is comprised of 156 red, 139 green, and 187 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 261 degrees, a saturation of 26%, and a lightness of 64%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 469 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 #9C8BBB.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind