mediumpurple

#B179CD

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB177, 121, 205
CMYK14, 41, 0, 20
HSL280°, 46%, 64%
LAB59, 34, -35
Closest Library Match
violet-40089% Match

Readability

3.23On WhiteFAIL
6.48On 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 #B179CD

The hexadecimal color code #B179CD is a light, moderate shade of Purple (known as mediumpurple). In the RGB color model, #B179CD is comprised of 177 red, 121 green, and 205 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 280 degrees, a saturation of 46%, and a lightness of 64%. 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 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 #B179CD.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind