Color #8B0E8A
Color Code #8B0E8A
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleDark
Color preview#8B0E8A
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#8B0E8ARGB
rgb(139, 14, 138)HSL
hsl(300.48 81.7% 30%)HSV
hsv(300.48 89.93% 54.51%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 89.93%, 0.72%, 45.49%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 #8B0E8A 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: #8B0E8A;
background-color: #8B0E8A1A;
border-color: #8B0E8A;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #8B0E8A?
This color is RGB(139, 14, 138).
What is the HSL value of #8B0E8A?
Its value is HSL(300.48°, 81.7%, 30%).
Is #8B0E8A suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.