Color #B040AE
Color Code #B040AE
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleMid tone
Color preview#B040AE
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#B040AERGB
rgb(176, 64, 174)HSL
hsl(301.07 46.67% 47.06%)HSV
hsv(301.07 63.64% 69.02%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 63.64%, 1.14%, 30.98%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 #B040AE 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: #B040AE;
background-color: #B040AE1A;
border-color: #B040AE;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #B040AE?
This color is RGB(176, 64, 174).
What is the HSL value of #B040AE?
Its value is HSL(301.07°, 46.67%, 47.06%).
Is #B040AE suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.