#7A6088 Hex Color
Sophisticated dusty purple with moody undertones
This dusty, unsaturated purple feels grounded and slightly somber. With its cool, matte finish, the hex code #7a6088 provides a sophisticated, moody backdrop for UI elements or branding that needs an understated elegance. It offers enough contrast for legible white body text, making it a reliable choice for readable interfaces. Pair it with soft creams or warm grays to prevent the color from feeling too dim.
Questions about #7a6088
What is #7a6088 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7a6088 is rgb(122, 96, 136), in HSL hsl(279, 17%, 45%) and in CMYK 10%, 29%, 0%, 47%.
What colors pair best with #7a6088?
Because #7a6088 is a muted, desaturated purple, it works best alongside neutral companions like cream or warm, light grays. These pairings prevent the shade from feeling too somber while maintaining its sophisticated, grounded aesthetic in digital interfaces.
Is #7a6088 a warm or cool color?
#7a6088 sits firmly on the cool side of the spectrum due to its violet base and desaturated, gray-leaning composition. It lacks the vibrancy of warmer purples, making it an excellent choice for calm, professional branding or minimalist design projects.
Is #7a6088 readable on white or black?
#7a6088 has a 5.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.85:1 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.