#8C38CD
Purple
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About #8C38CD Purple
#8C38CD is a purple color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 140 red, 56 green, and 205 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 274°, saturation of 60%, and lightness of 51%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code & Gradients
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Color Properties
274°
Hue
60%
Saturation
51%
Lightness
Purple
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #8C38CD based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #8C38CD against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#8C38CD on White
Contrast Ratio5.9:1
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Aa#8C38CD on Black
Contrast Ratio3.56:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #8C38CD across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #8C38CD |
| RGB | rgb(140, 56, 205) |
| HSL | hsl(274, 60%, 51%) |
| RGB Decimal | 140, 56, 205 |
| RGB Percent | 54.9%, 22.0%, 80.4% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 32%, 73%, 0%, 20% |
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