Color #8A61BA
Color Code #8A61BA
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleMid tone
Color preview#8A61BA
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#8A61BARGB
rgb(138, 97, 186)HSL
hsl(267.64 39.21% 55.49%)HSV
hsv(267.64 47.85% 72.94%)CMYKApproximate
25.81%, 47.85%, 0%, 27.06%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This mid tone Purple tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #8A61BA 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: #8A61BA;
background-color: #8A61BA1A;
border-color: #8A61BA;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #8A61BA?
This color is RGB(138, 97, 186).
What is the HSL value of #8A61BA?
Its value is HSL(267.64°, 39.21%, 55.49%).
Is #8A61BA suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.