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#751BD1

Brightness
97.5
HSL (°,%,%)
270°, 77%, 46%
HSV V %
82%
Lab
36.3, 68.1, -74.8
PNG size
5.4 KB
Tone / Feel
mid, intense cool hue
Black text 2.83:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text 7.41:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)

Recommended text: White (7.41:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #751BD1

Common Name: Purple

RGB: 117, 27, 209

HSL: 270°, 75%, 49%

Contrast vs White: 5.6 (AA Pass)

Contrast vs Black: 11.8 (AA Pass)

Popular Mood:
This bold purple hue conveys creativity, elegance, and luxury. It is a color often seen in both high-end design and contemporary digital art, making it a versatile option for projects that aim to evoke sophistication and innovation.

Close Matches:
- Pantone Violet C #4814A0 (ΔE=21.19)
- Benjamin Moore Mystical Grape #674C87 (ΔE=63.60)
- PPG Royal Lilac #835995 (ΔE=63.13)
- Jotun Taaluk #786087 (ΔE=76.45)

Why Designers Use It:
Purple, and particularly shades like #751BD1, is favored by designers for its ability to evoke a sense of royalty, spirituality, and creativity. It's widely used in branding for companies in the beauty, fashion, and tech industries due to its modern yet timeless appeal. This color has a historical connection to luxury, once reserved for the elite due to the rarity and cost of purple dyes. Today, it continues to be used in high-end product designs and in creative arts. Its versatility across a range of industries—from technology to education—makes it a trendy and sophisticated choice for modern design. The use of purple can help convey an image of prestige and inspiration, making it a go-to color for many creatives seeking to establish a strong, memorable brand identity.

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