#9656A2 Hex Color
Cool muted violet with balanced depth
#9656a2 is a cool, muted purple with a distinct violet lean. Because of its medium saturation, it works best as a secondary or accent color rather than a large background field. Pair it with soft, buttery yellows to create a balanced, high-contrast look. This hex code provides excellent readability for white text, making it a functional choice for accessible UI elements or branding materials.
Questions about #9656a2
What is #9656a2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9656a2 is rgb(150, 86, 162), in HSL hsl(291, 31%, 49%) and in CMYK 7%, 47%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair best with #9656a2 for a balanced design?
This muted violet creates a sophisticated contrast when paired with soft, buttery yellows or warm creams. The high contrast between these hues keeps layouts vibrant while ensuring the #9656a2 stays grounded as a secondary accent color rather than overwhelming the page.
Is #9656a2 readable on white or black?
#9656a2 has a 5.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.14:1 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.