slateblue 2

#7A67EE

X11 color

Slateblue 2 (#7A67EE) is a vivid blue-violet from the X11 Slate Blue series, positioned between the brightest variant and the CSS standard with strong saturation and a well-balanced purple-blue hue. Used in digital design, gaming interfaces, and creative applications where a vivid but not extreme purple-blue is needed, it provides a confident, energetic accent colour. The vibrancy and hue balance make it a versatile choice for digital-first design.

Color Values

HEX

#7A67EE

RGB

122, 103, 238

HSL

248.4, 79.9%, 66.9%

HSV

248.4, 56.7%, 93.3%

CMYK

48.7%, 56.7%, 0.0%, 6.7%

OKLCH

0.602 0.1953 285.3

Properties

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #7A67EE;
color: #7A67EE;
border-color: #7A67EE;
Nearest Tailwind: Indigo 500 #6366F1

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

5.0:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7A67EE?

RGB(122, 103, 238) · HSL(248.4, 79.9%, 66.9%) · CMYK(48.7%, 56.7%, 0.0%, 6.7%)

Does #7A67EE meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.2:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7A67EE?

Use 000000 text on a #7A67EE background; contrast on black is 5.0:1.