Color #8A05AB
Color Code #8A05AB
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleDark
Color preview#8A05AB
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#8A05ABRGB
rgb(138, 5, 171)HSL
hsl(288.07 94.32% 34.51%)HSV
hsv(288.07 97.08% 67.06%)CMYKApproximate
19.3%, 97.08%, 0%, 32.94%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 #8A05AB 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: #8A05AB;
background-color: #8A05AB1A;
border-color: #8A05AB;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #8A05AB?
This color is RGB(138, 5, 171).
What is the HSL value of #8A05AB?
Its value is HSL(288.07°, 94.32%, 34.51%).
Is #8A05AB suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.