#681B98 Hex Color
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#681b98 is a dense, saturated purple that commands attention with its dark, serious presence. It provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or moody branding. While it can overwhelm small layouts if overused, this hex code excels as a bold foundation. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to balance its intensity.
Questions about #681b98
What is #681b98 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #681b98 is rgb(104, 27, 152), in HSL hsl(277, 70%, 35%) and in CMYK 32%, 82%, 0%, 40%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #681b98?
How does #681b98 perform in UI design?
This hex color is an excellent choice for dark mode UI backgrounds where you need a strong, authoritative presence without resorting to black. It offers high contrast against white text, ensuring your typography remains readable and clear for all users.
Is #681b98 readable on white or black?
#681b98 has a 9.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.19:1 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.