#9A0056 Hex Color
Dark pink with a velvet mood
A dark, saturated magenta-pink with a moody, velvety feel. White text sits comfortably on #9a0056 at about 8.4:1 contrast, so it holds up behind small body text in dark interfaces. It flatters warm golds and muted sage better than obvious pastels. The hex code #9a0056 suits cosmetics packaging, romance branding, and bold accents, though it can read heavy across large surfaces.
Questions about #9a0056
What is #9a0056 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a0056 is rgb(154, 0, 86), in HSL hsl(326, 100%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 44%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #9a0056?
Warm golds, soft blush tones, and sage balance the intensity of #9a0056 without dulling it. A dusty teal also works when you want contrast that feels considered rather than loud.
What mood does #9a0056 convey?
It reads mysterious, romantic, and a little indulgent thanks to its deep lightness and high saturation. That makes it a strong fit for cosmetics, confectionery, and intimate branding.
Is #9a0056 readable on white or black?
#9a0056 has a 8.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.50:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.