Color swatch image showing #A020E9 with RGB(160,32,233) values

#A020E9 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #A020E9 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#A020E9 Color Information

#A020E9 RGB value is (160, 32, 233). The hex color red value is 160, green is 32, and blue is 233. Its HSL format shows a hue of 278°, saturation of 82 percent, and lightness of 52 percent. The CMYK process values are 31 percent, 86 percent, 0 percent, 9 percent.

#A020E9 color swatch
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#A020E9 Color Meaning

Color #A020E9 conveys spiritual insight, imaginative thinking, and deep inspiration. #A020E9 vivid purple blends blue and red undertones, suggesting creativity, mystery, and intuitive depth. Psychologically, color #A020E9 encourages visionary thinking, artistic expression, and introspective exploration. Culturally, color #A020E9 has long been associated with royalty, sacred ceremonies, and artistic creativity. Western traditions link #A020E9 with wisdom and transformation, while Eastern cultures associate purple tones with meditation, enlightenment, and spiritual authority. Fengshui interprets #A020E9 as a color to enhance intuition, mental clarity, and refined spaces. Spiritually, color #A020E9 aligns with the Crown chakra, supporting spiritual growth, awareness, and inspiration. As a vivid violet shade, #A020E9 balances intensity and contemplation. Designers and artists often use #A020E9 for imaginative projects, mystical themes, and accents that encourage reflection and creativity.

Color Conversion

Convert #A020E9 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#A020E9
RGB
rgb(160, 32, 233)
HSL
hsl(278°, 82%, 52%)
CMYK
cmyk(31%, 86%, 0%, 9%)
HSV
hsv(278°, 86%, 91%)
XYZ
29.7217 14.3898 78.3018
Yxy
14.3898 0.2428 0.1176
Hunter Lab
37.9339 5.6585 -7.0032
CIE-Lab
44.7868 77.3642 -74.3796

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red160 / 255 (63%)
63%
Green32 / 255 (13%)
13%
Blue233 / 255 (91%)
91%

CMYK Values

Cyan31 / 100 (31%)
31%
Magenta86 / 100 (86%)
86%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)9 / 100 (9%)

Color Variations

#A020E9 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#A020E9 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #A020E9 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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#A020E9

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

5.42:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

5.42:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

5.42:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #A020E9 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#A020E9

protanopia

#6967b8

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #A020E9;

Text Color

color: #A020E9;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #A020E9;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #A020E940;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #A020E9;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #A020E9 0%, #5f0e8e 100%);

#A020E9 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #A020E9 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.