Color #BB00A5
Color Code #BB00A5
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleDark
Color preview#BB00A5
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#BB00A5RGB
rgb(187, 0, 165)HSL
hsl(307.06 100% 36.67%)HSV
hsv(307.06 100% 73.33%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 100%, 11.76%, 26.67%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 #BB00A5 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: #BB00A5;
background-color: #BB00A51A;
border-color: #BB00A5;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #BB00A5?
This color is RGB(187, 0, 165).
What is the HSL value of #BB00A5?
Its value is HSL(307.06°, 100%, 36.67%).
Is #BB00A5 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.