Color swatch image showing #A020ED with RGB(160,32,237) values

#A020ED Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #A020ED including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#A020ED Color Information

#A020ED RGB value is (160, 32, 237). The hex color red value is 160, green is 32, and blue is 237. Its HSL format shows a hue of 277°, saturation of 85 percent, and lightness of 53 percent. The CMYK process values are 32 percent, 86 percent, 0 percent, 7 percent.

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#A020ED Color Meaning

Color #A020ED conveys spiritual insight, imaginative thinking, and deep inspiration. #A020ED vivid purple blends blue and red undertones, suggesting creativity, mystery, and intuitive depth. Psychologically, color #A020ED encourages visionary thinking, artistic expression, and introspective exploration. Culturally, color #A020ED has long been associated with royalty, sacred ceremonies, and artistic creativity. Western traditions link #A020ED with wisdom and transformation, while Eastern cultures associate purple tones with meditation, enlightenment, and spiritual authority. Fengshui interprets #A020ED as a color to enhance intuition, mental clarity, and refined spaces. Spiritually, color #A020ED aligns with the Crown chakra, supporting spiritual growth, awareness, and inspiration. As a vivid violet shade, #A020ED balances intensity and contemplation. Designers and artists often use #A020ED for imaginative projects, mystical themes, and accents that encourage reflection and creativity.

Color Conversion

Convert #A020ED 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
#A020ED
RGB
rgb(160, 32, 237)
HSL
hsl(277°, 85%, 53%)
CMYK
cmyk(32%, 86%, 0%, 7%)
HSV
hsv(277°, 86%, 93%)
XYZ
30.2998 14.6210 81.3459
Yxy
14.6210 0.2400 0.1158
Hunter Lab
38.2374 5.8312 -7.3740
CIE-Lab
45.1107 78.1544 -76.1138

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red160 / 255 (63%)
63%
Green32 / 255 (13%)
13%
Blue237 / 255 (93%)
93%

CMYK Values

Cyan32 / 100 (32%)
32%
Magenta86 / 100 (86%)
86%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)7 / 100 (7%)

Color Variations

#A020ED 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

#A020ED 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 #A020ED 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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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

5.35:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

5.35:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

5.35:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #A020ED 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

#A020ED

protanopia

#6967bb

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #A020ED;

Text Color

color: #A020ED;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #A020ED;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #A020ED40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #A020ED;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #A020ED 0%, #5f0c93 100%);

#A020ED Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #A020ED color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.