#645EA0 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated violet feels grounded and cool rather than bright or aggressive. Because it is muted and matte, it works well as a supporting background rather than a main accent. It pairs beautifully with soft creams or warm grays to avoid a muddy look. White text reads clearly against #645ea0, making the hex code a solid, readable choice for UI elements.
Questions about #645ea0
What is #645ea0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #645ea0 is rgb(100, 94, 160), in HSL hsl(245, 26%, 50%) and in CMYK 38%, 41%, 0%, 37%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #645ea0 in a design scheme?
#645ea0 works most effectively when paired with soft creams or warm grays to soften its cool violet undertone. Because it is muted and matte, adding warm neutrals creates a clean, sophisticated contrast that keeps the overall palette from appearing muddy or flat.
Is #645ea0 readable on white or black?
#645ea0 has a 5.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.65:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.