#75589B Hex Color
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This muted, dusty purple offers a calm, understated alternative to saturated violet shades. Because it leans desaturated, #75589b avoids feeling overwhelming, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds or secondary branding elements. It pairs well with crisp, cool grays rather than warm tones. The hex code #75589b meets WCAG AA standards, ensuring white text remains highly legible against its matte surface.
Questions about #75589b
What is #75589b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #75589b is rgb(117, 88, 155), in HSL hsl(266, 28%, 48%) and in CMYK 25%, 43%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair best with #75589b?
Because #75589b leans toward a cool, desaturated violet, it works best with crisp neutrals like cool gray or slate to maintain a modern aesthetic. Avoid pairing it with warm, earthy tones, which can muddy its specific muted quality.
Is #75589b suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #75589b meets WCAG AA accessibility standards when used as text against a standard white background. This makes it a reliable choice for interface elements or secondary headings where you need a soft, purple hue that remains readable for all users.
Is #75589b readable on white or black?
#75589b has a 5.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.62:1 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.