#550F66

#550F66

Color Values

HEX

#550F66

RGB

85, 15, 102

HSL

288.3, 74.4%, 22.9%

HSV

288.3, 85.3%, 40.0%

CMYK

16.7%, 85.3%, 0.0%, 60.0%

OKLCH

0.3379 0.1463 318.5

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark purples like plum and amethyst convey mystery, power, and regal authority. They suggest hidden depths, secret knowledge, and ambitious vision. In Western cultures, deep purple often appears in religious vestments and academic regalia, reinforcing its association with wisdom and ceremony.

Design Usage

Dark purple excels in entertainment branding, gaming interfaces, and luxury e-commerce. It creates dramatic hero sections and immersive backgrounds that feel rich and engaging. Pair it with electric violet or bright pink accents for energy, or with gold and cream for timeless elegance.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #550F66;
color: #550F66;
border-color: #550F66;
Nearest Tailwind: Fuchsia 900 #701A75

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #550F66?

RGB(85, 15, 102) · HSL(288.3, 74.4%, 22.9%) · CMYK(16.7%, 85.3%, 0.0%, 60.0%)

Does #550F66 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #550F66?

Use FFFFFF text on a #550F66 background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.