#8A4DCC Hex Color
A vivid and commanding saturated purple
This saturated purple is an intense, beaming shade that commands attention. Because it is so vivid, the color works best as a bold accent or call-to-action button rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted greens, which you might find when mixing gray. With a contrast ratio of 5.2:1 against white, the hex code #8a4dcc remains highly legible for UI design.
Questions about #8a4dcc
What is #8a4dcc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a4dcc is rgb(138, 77, 204), in HSL hsl(269, 55%, 55%) and in CMYK 32%, 62%, 0%, 20%.
How should I use #8a4dcc in a user interface?
#8a4dcc works best as a bold accent or call-to-action button because of its high saturation and energy. It maintains a 5.2:1 contrast ratio against white text, making it a reliable choice for accessible UI elements that need to stand out.
What colors pair well with #8a4dcc?
#8a4dcc pairs exceptionally well with muted greens, which provide a balanced, natural contrast to the intensity of this purple. Using soft neutrals like light gray or warm off-whites allows the vibrancy of #8a4dcc to pop without overwhelming the layout.
Is #8a4dcc readable on white or black?
#8a4dcc has a 5.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.01:1 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.