#9E267B Hex Color
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#9e267b is a dark, saturated magenta with purple undertones and a strong, slightly moody presence. Its intensity brings energy and seduction to branding, fashion, cosmetics, and nightlife designs. Use the hex code #9e267b as a small accent beside warm cream or charcoal, rather than a full-page background. White text offers about 7:1 contrast for readable interfaces.
Questions about #9e267b
What is #9e267b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e267b is rgb(158, 38, 123), in HSL hsl(318, 61%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 76%, 22%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9e267b?
Does #9e267b feel warm or cool?
#9e267b reads as a cool-leaning magenta because its purple undertones shift it away from warm red, while its high saturation keeps the shade lively and its dark value adds a dramatic, intimate mood.
Is #9e267b readable on white or black?
#9e267b has a 6.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.01:1 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.