mediumpurple

#B28EE1

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB178, 142, 225
CMYK21, 37, 0, 12
HSL266°, 58%, 72%
LAB65, 26, -37
Closest Library Match
violet-40094% Match

Readability

2.67On WhiteFAIL
7.84On 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 #B28EE1

The hexadecimal color code #B28EE1 is a light, moderate shade of Purple (known as mediumpurple). In the RGB color model, #B28EE1 is comprised of 178 red, 142 green, and 225 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 266 degrees, a saturation of 58%, and a lightness of 72%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 465 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 #B28EE1.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind