#5A1765 Hex Color
Deep purple with a commanding presence
#5a1765 is a deep, moody purple with a dark, saturated quality that demands attention. Because it is quite dim, this color functions best as a bold background or a secondary accent rather than a text color. White typography stands out clearly against its dark surface. The hex code #5a1765 pairs effectively with pale, buttery yellows or soft greys to balance its somber, serious tone.
Questions about #5a1765
What is #5a1765 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5a1765 is rgb(90, 23, 101), in HSL hsl(292, 63%, 24%) and in CMYK 11%, 77%, 0%, 60%.
Which colors pair best with #5a1765?
Pair #5a1765 with buttery yellow or soft grey to create a balanced, high-contrast look that highlights the intensity of this deep purple. Because #5a1765 is quite dim, these lighter accents prevent the overall design from feeling too heavy or closed in.
How should #5a1765 be used in UI design?
Apply #5a1765 as a bold background for landing pages or as a secondary accent to create depth without overwhelming the viewer. Since it is a dark, saturated tone, ensure any overlaid text is high-contrast white to maintain strict accessibility and readability standards.
Is #5a1765 readable on white or black?
#5a1765 has a 12.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.74:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.