Purple
A rich and commanding classic purple
Deep and saturated, #800080 carries a heavy, serious weight that commands attention. This dark purple works best as a moody backdrop or a strong accent rather than for fine text. It pairs well with crisp white for high-contrast accessibility. The hex code for this shade is #800080, a tone that brings an air of mystery and classic charm to branding and UI design.
Questions about Purple
What is the hex code for Purple?
Purple is #800080. In RGB that is rgb(128, 0, 128), in HSL hsl(300, 100%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 0%, 50%.
What colors pair best with #800080?
This deep purple pairs effectively with crisp, clean neutrals like off-white or light gray to balance its intensity. For a more sophisticated or vibrant look, consider introducing complementary accents in gold or a muted mustard to create a sense of classic luxury and warmth.
Is Purple readable on white or black?
Purple has a 9.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.22:1 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.