Color #8A00A6
Color Code #8A00A6
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleDark
Color preview#8A00A6
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#8A00A6RGB
rgb(138, 0, 166)HSL
hsl(289.88 100% 32.55%)HSV
hsv(289.88 100% 65.1%)CMYKApproximate
16.87%, 100%, 0%, 34.9%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 #8A00A6 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: #8A00A6;
background-color: #8A00A61A;
border-color: #8A00A6;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #8A00A6?
This color is RGB(138, 0, 166).
What is the HSL value of #8A00A6?
Its value is HSL(289.88°, 100%, 32.55%).
Is #8A00A6 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.