#847DB9 Hex Color
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This muted violet has a dusty, unsaturated quality that feels sophisticated rather than loud. Because it is cool and relatively dark, it serves as a reliable neutral base for UI designs. Black text reads clearly against #847db9, meeting accessibility standards for small body copy. Pair it with soft, warm grays to keep the overall palette from feeling too chilly. The hex code for this shade is #847db9.
Questions about #847db9
What is #847db9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #847db9 is rgb(132, 125, 185), in HSL hsl(247, 30%, 61%) and in CMYK 29%, 32%, 0%, 27%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #847db9?
#847db9 works best when balanced against warm gray or soft cream tones to counteract its inherent coolness. For a higher contrast UI approach, pairing this violet with a deep charcoal ensures text remains perfectly readable.
Is #847db9 suitable for body text in user interfaces?
Yes, #847db9 provides enough contrast against standard white backgrounds to meet basic accessibility standards for small body copy. Its muted, unsaturated nature makes it a softer, less harsh alternative to pure black in professional dashboard applications.
Is #847db9 readable on white or black?
#847db9 has a 3.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.61:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.