#79006B Hex Color
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#79006b is a dark, highly saturated magenta with a strong purple undertone. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while its rich chroma adds romance and seduction. Use it as a supporting tone or bold accent in fashion, cosmetics, nightlife, and moody branding. White text reads clearly on this shade, with about 10.4:1 contrast. The hex code is #79006b.
Questions about #79006b
What is #79006b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #79006b is rgb(121, 0, 107), in HSL hsl(307, 100%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 12%, 53%.
Does #79006b work well with white text?
Yes, #79006b works well with white text, providing about a 10.4:1 contrast ratio, which exceeds the WCAG threshold for normal-sized text and makes it suitable for buttons, headings, labels, and other readable interface elements.
What colors pair well with #79006b?
#79006b pairs effectively with white, soft blush, pale pink, and muted mauve, while charcoal can create a quieter, low-contrast look; use warm neutrals to soften its intensity or pale tints to keep a palette refined.
Does #79006b look warm or cool?
#79006b reads as a cool-leaning magenta because its strong purple undertone shifts the shade away from red, though its saturated pink character still adds warmth and romantic energy to designs.
Is #79006b readable on white or black?
#79006b has a 10.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.02:1 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.