#B58ABF Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
Close to the color of dried lavender buds, #b58abf is a muted, mid-weight purple with a soft gray undertone. It reads calm rather than bold, which makes it a strong supporting tone behind deep plum or warm charcoal rather than a solo star. Black text passes contrast checks against it, so it works for UI backgrounds and packaging alike. The hex code #b58abf suits wellness, beauty, and spring palettes.
Questions about #b58abf
What is #b58abf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b58abf is rgb(181, 138, 191), in HSL hsl(289, 29%, 65%) and in CMYK 5%, 28%, 0%, 25%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b58abf?
#b58abf pairs well with deep plum, warm charcoal, and muted olive, which bring out its gray undertone. For contrast, try a pale cream or soft mustard as an accent.
Is #b58abf a warm or cool color?
#b58abf reads cool overall because of its violet base, though the gray keeps it from feeling cold. Next to blues it looks warmer, and next to pinks it leans cooler.
Is #b58abf readable on white or black?
#b58abf has a 2.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.35:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.