Color #8A00A5
Color Code #8A00A5
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleDark
Color preview#8A00A5
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#8A00A5RGB
rgb(138, 0, 165)HSL
hsl(290.18 100% 32.35%)HSV
hsv(290.18 100% 64.71%)CMYKApproximate
16.36%, 100%, 0%, 35.29%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This dark Purple tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #8A00A5 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #8A00A5;
background-color: #8A00A51A;
border-color: #8A00A5;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #8A00A5?
This color is RGB(138, 0, 165).
What is the HSL value of #8A00A5?
Its value is HSL(290.18°, 100%, 32.35%).
Is #8A00A5 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.