Purple

The color #855AA5 is a purple that can be used in various design contexts. This color has RGB values of 133, 90, 165 and HSL values of 274°, 29%, 50%.

Color Values for #855AA5

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HEX:
#855AA5
RGB:
rgb(133,90,165) Copied!
HSL:
hsl(274,29%,50%) Copied!
CMYK:
cmyk(19%, 45%, 0%, 35%) Copied!

Color Composition of #855AA5

This visualization shows the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) composition of the color #855AA5. Each bar represents the percentage of that primary color in the final mix.

Red: 52.2%
Green: 35.3%
Blue: 64.7%

Contrast Analysis for #855AA5

Testing this color against light and dark backgrounds to check accessibility standards and readability. For more detailed contrast testing, try our contrast checker tool.

On Light Background (White #FFFFFF)

Sample Text in #855AA5

Contrast Ratio: 4.5:1
WCAG AA: ✓ Passes
WCAG AAA: ✗ Fails

On Dark Background (Black #000000)

Sample Text in #855AA5

Contrast Ratio: 3.8:1
WCAG AA: ✗ Fails
WCAG AAA: ✗ Fails

Complementary Colors for #855AA5

The complementary color for #855AA5 is #7BA45B. These colors sit opposite each other on the color wheel and create a striking visual contrast when used together.

Analogous Colors for #855AA5

The analogous colors for #855AA5 are #5F5BA4 and #A45BA0. These three colors sit next to each other on the color wheel, creating a natural and harmonious color combination.

Triadic Colors for #855AA5

The triadic colors for #855AA5 are #A4845B and #5BA484. These three colors are evenly spaced around the color wheel, offering a vibrant and balanced color combination.

Shades of #855AA5

These are the darker variations of #855AA5. Shades are created by adding black to the original color, like #6A4884 and #503663. This progression shows how #855AA5 darkens from left to right, creating deeper variations of the original color.

Tints of #855AA5

Tints are created by adding white to the original color, like #9D7BB7 and #B69CC9. This progression shows how #855AA5. lightens from left to right, creating softer variations of the original color.

Color Blindness Simulation for #855AA5

These simulations show how people with different types of color blindness might perceive #855AA5. This information is crucial for designing accessible and inclusive color schemes.

Brands that use #855AA5

Companies and brands that incorporate #855AA5 in their visual identity.

#855AA5 Closest Pantone Colors

These are the closest matching Pantone® colors to #855AA5. Click on any color to see detailed Pantone color information.

The color #855AA5 is a purple with RGB values of 133, 90, 165 and HSL values of 274°, 29%, 50%.

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