#985DE0 Hex Color
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This saturated, vivid purple demands attention with its intense, beaming energy. While too loud for a primary interface background, #985de0 shines as an accent or call-to-action button. It pairs well with dark charcoals for a modern, high-contrast look. Because black text maintains a 5.0:1 contrast ratio against this hue, the hex code #985de0 works effectively for readable, bold typography.
Questions about #985de0
What is #985de0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #985de0 is rgb(152, 93, 224), in HSL hsl(267, 68%, 62%) and in CMYK 32%, 58%, 0%, 12%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #985de0 in a UI design?
Because of its intense saturation, #985de0 works best as a deliberate accent for buttons or interactive elements rather than a full background. It pairs exceptionally well with dark charcoal or deep gray text, providing excellent readability and a modern, professional high-contrast aesthetic.
Is #985de0 readable on white or black?
#985de0 has a 4.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.97:1 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.