#BD68E1 Hex Color
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#bd68e1 is a bold and saturated violet that demands attention. Because of its intensity, it serves best as a 10% accent in UI designs rather than a dominant background. You can safely use black text on this color for readability, as it offers a 6.2:1 contrast ratio. It pairs unexpectedly well with darker, deeper pink tones for a modern look. The hex code is #bd68e1.
Questions about #bd68e1
What is #bd68e1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bd68e1 is rgb(189, 104, 225), in HSL hsl(282, 67%, 65%) and in CMYK 16%, 54%, 0%, 12%.
What colors pair effectively with #bd68e1?
This violet pairs unexpectedly well with deeper pink tones for a modern, sophisticated aesthetic. Using #bd68e1 alongside darker, muted neutrals creates a balanced palette that tempers the color's natural intensity without sacrificing its vibrant character.
Is #bd68e1 readable on white or black?
#bd68e1 has a 3.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.23:1 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.