#C47BE1 Hex Color
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Bright and saturated, the hex code #c47be1 is a cool purple with pink undertones and an energetic finish. Its strong chroma suits calls to action, highlights, and creative branding more than full-page backgrounds. Pair it with deep navy or charcoal for structure and contrast. Black text remains highly readable, making this color practical for accessible UI accents.
Questions about #c47be1
What is #c47be1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c47be1 is rgb(196, 123, 225), in HSL hsl(283, 63%, 68%) and in CMYK 13%, 45%, 0%, 12%.
What colors pair well with #c47be1?
Is #c47be1 a warm or cool color?
#c47be1 reads as a cool purple because its blue component is higher than its red component, while its pink undertones add warmth and liveliness. That balance gives it an energetic, playful mood rather than a subdued or earthy one.
Is #c47be1 readable on white or black?
#c47be1 has a 2.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.26:1 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.