#852D81 Hex Color

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#852d81 is a dark, saturated magenta with a red-violet undertone and a lush, serious presence. Its strong chroma brings energy and attention, while its low lightness adds mystery and depth. Use this hex code for calls to action, fashion accents, cosmetics, or moody branding. White text has about a 7.8:1 contrast ratio, supporting readable body copy.

Questions about #852d81

What is #852d81 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #852d81 is rgb(133, 45, 129), in HSL hsl(303, 49%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 66%, 3%, 48%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #852d81?
#852d81 pairs well with warm ivory, muted blush, and deep navy because these colors soften its strong saturation while preserving its depth, giving designers a controlled palette for editorial layouts, beauty packaging, nightlife graphics, or focused interface accents.
Is #852d81 readable on white or black?
#852d81 has a 7.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.68:1 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.