#8E44AD Color — #8E44AD
Complete color reference for #8E44AD: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#8E44ADrgb(142, 68, 173)hsl(282, 44%, 47%)hsv(282, 61%, 68%)C:18% M:61% Y:0% K:32%#8E44AD93236930.129WCAG 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 #8E44AD?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(142, 68, 173). The red channel is 142, green is 68, and blue is 173 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #8E44AD?
The HSL value is hsl(282, 44%, 47%). Hue is 282°, saturation is 44%, and lightness is 47%.
Does #8E44AD meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #8E44AD achieves a 5.87:1 contrast ratio (AA). On a black background it achieves 3.58:1 (AA Large). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #8E44AD?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #8E44AD is #63AD43.