Amethyst

#9557C1

General Information about Amethyst (#9557C1)

The hex color #9557C1, commonly known as Amethyst, is a captivating shade of purple that falls within the range of violet hues. It's characterized by a blend of red and blue pigments, which gives it its distinctive regal and sophisticated appearance. In the RGB color model, #9557C1 is composed of 58.4% red, 34.12% green, and 75.69% blue. This combination creates a color that is both calming and vibrant, making it a versatile choice for various design applications. Amethyst is often associated with creativity, spirituality, and luxury, and it's widely used in fields such as graphic design, fashion, and interior decor to evoke feelings of elegance and sophistication. In the realm of color psychology, Amethyst is believed to have a positive influence on emotions, promoting relaxation and encouraging introspection.

The color #9557C1, also known as Amethyst, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly concerning color contrast. When used as a foreground color for text, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast against the background. Due to its moderate luminance, it may not provide enough contrast with lighter backgrounds, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Therefore, it's best practice to use #9557C1 with darker backgrounds or to adjust its luminance or saturation to improve contrast. Careful consideration should be given to users with color blindness, as the perception of Amethyst may vary. Testing the color combination with accessibility tools is highly recommended.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
149 87 193
RGB149 87 193
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
275.09deg 46.09% 54.9%
275.0946.0954.9HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
275.09deg 34.12% 24.31%
275.0934.1224.31HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#9557C1
rgb149 87 193
hsl275.09deg 46.09% 54.9%
cmyk22.8% 54.92% 0% 24.31%
hwb275.09deg 34.12% 24.31%
xyz-d650.25 0.17 0.52
oklch0.5735 0.1658 309.1
oklab0.5735 0.1 -0.13
CMYK
22.8% 54.92% 0% 24.31%
22.854.92024.31CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.25 0.17 0.52
0.250.170.52XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5735 0.1658 309.1
0.57350.1658309.1LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5735 0.1 -0.13
0.57350.1-0.13LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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