#8A68C1 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, cool violet carries a muted, meditative quality that avoids being overly aggressive. It works effectively as a supporting accent in complex palettes, particularly when paired with soft grays or sage greens. Because black text offers excellent contrast against it, #8a68c1 is a reliable choice for UI components or readable branding. The hex code for this balanced purple is #8a68c1.
Questions about #8a68c1
What is #8a68c1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a68c1 is rgb(138, 104, 193), in HSL hsl(263, 42%, 58%) and in CMYK 28%, 46%, 0%, 24%.
What colors pair best with #8a68c1 for UI design?
Is #8a68c1 a warm or cool purple?
#8a68c1 is a distinctly cool violet, meaning it carries blue undertones that push it away from the reddish warmth of magenta or plum. This makes it a great choice for interfaces where you want to maintain a calm, meditative atmosphere.
Is #8a68c1 readable on white or black?
#8a68c1 has a 4.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.83:1 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.