Darkmagenta Color — #8B008B
Complete color reference for #8B008B: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#8B008Brgb(139, 0, 139)hsl(300, 100%, 27%)hsv(300, 100%, 55%)C:0% M:100% Y:0% K:45%darkmagenta91096430.0735WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #8B008B?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(139, 0, 139). The red channel is 139, green is 0, and blue is 139 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #8B008B?
The HSL value is hsl(300, 100%, 27%). Hue is 300°, saturation is 100%, and lightness is 27%.
Does #8B008B meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #8B008B achieves a 8.5:1 contrast ratio (AAA). On a black background it achieves 2.47:1 (Fail). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #8B008B?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #8B008B is #008A00.