Color #AA59CD
Color Code #AA59CD
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleMid tone
Color preview#AA59CD
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#AA59CDRGB
rgb(170, 89, 205)HSL
hsl(281.9 53.7% 57.65%)HSV
hsv(281.9 56.59% 80.39%)CMYKApproximate
17.07%, 56.59%, 0%, 19.61%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 #AA59CD 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: #AA59CD;
background-color: #AA59CD1A;
border-color: #AA59CD;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #AA59CD?
This color is RGB(170, 89, 205).
What is the HSL value of #AA59CD?
Its value is HSL(281.9°, 53.7%, 57.65%).
Is #AA59CD suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.