French Plum
A deep moody magenta with purple intensity
French Plum is a deep, moody magenta with distinct purple undertones. This intense shade demands attention, making it an excellent accent color for high-contrast branding or packaging designs. White text pairs perfectly here, offering high readability against the dark saturation. Use the hex code #811453 sparingly as a supporting tone, as its density can quickly overwhelm a layout when used in large areas.
About French Plum
Blackberry jam in a dim pantry
What does french plum mean?
Dark pinks and plums often suggest richness, ripeness, and a touch of mystery. Its low lightness makes it heavy and enclosed, while the warmth keeps it soft rather than stark.
Where you see french plum
- blackberry jam
- red wine
- velvet theater curtains
- dried roses
- roasted beets
- heavy velvet drapes
What it works for
It suits moody interiors, packaging that wants weight, and accents that read as grown up.
What colors go with french plum?
Sage Green #9caf88The muted green cools its warmth and keeps the pair from feeling heavy.Mustard #ffdb58The golden yellow sits opposite on the wheel and lights it up.Cream #fffdd0The pale neutral gives its darkness a clean surface to sit against.Teal #008080The blue green deepens the mood without crowding out its pink side.
Questions about French Plum
What is the hex code for French Plum?
French Plum is #811453. In RGB that is rgb(129, 20, 83), in HSL hsl(325, 73%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 84%, 36%, 49%.
How should I use French Plum #811453 in a design layout?
Use French Plum sparingly because its density quickly overwhelms a layout when applied to large background areas. It functions most effectively as a high-impact accent color for buttons, logos, or call-to-action elements where you need to command immediate user attention.
Is French Plum readable on white or black?
French Plum has a 9.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.15:1 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.