#9761AD Hex Color
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This muted violet carries a cool, desaturated tone that feels sophisticated rather than loud. As a supporting color in a palette, #9761ad works well for branding or interface elements that require a touch of mystery without dominating the layout. It maintains strong contrast with black text for accessible, small body copy. This hex code appears most grounded when paired with charcoal grays instead of stark white.
Questions about #9761ad
What is #9761ad in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9761ad is rgb(151, 97, 173), in HSL hsl(283, 32%, 53%) and in CMYK 13%, 44%, 0%, 32%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #9761ad?
This muted violet looks most grounded when paired with dark charcoal or slate grays rather than stark white. These deep neutral tones highlight its sophisticated nature without overpowering the subtle purple pigment, creating a balanced and professional contrast for design interfaces.
Is #9761ad considered a warm or cool color?
The hex color #9761ad leans distinctly cool, as it carries a desaturated, violet-heavy tone that lacks the red intensity of a warmer purple. This makes it an ideal choice for UI elements that require a calm, mysterious aesthetic rather than a vibrant or energetic look.
Is #9761ad readable on white or black?
#9761ad has a 4.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.62:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.