#B284B5 Color Information
#B284B5 RGB value is (178, 132, 181). The hex color red value is 178, green is 132, and blue is 181. Its HSL format shows a hue of 296°, saturation of 25 percent, and lightness of 61 percent. The CMYK process values are 2 percent, 27 percent, 0 percent, 29 percent.
#B284B5 Color Meaning
Color #B284B5 expresses quiet dignity, introspective warmth, and understated creativity. Unlike bold purples that command attention, #B284B5 muted reddish-purple draws viewers inward. Psychologically, color #B284B5 balances the spiritual depth of violet with the grounded tenderness of rose, fostering contemplation without isolation. #B284B5 works well in spaces meant for reflection—such as reading nooks, therapy rooms, or journaling apps—because #B284B5 feels personal but not overwhelming. Historically, the #B284B5 plant symbolizes faithfulness and modesty, and the color inherits those traits. In branding, color #B284B5 appeals to niche markets: artisanal goods, indie literature, or wellness brands that prioritize authenticity over spectacle. Spiritually, #B284B5 represents inner listening and compassionate boundaries. Unlike royal purples tied to power, #B284B5 suggests wisdom earned through patience. Use color #B284B5 when you want emotional resonance without drama or dominance.
Color Conversion
Convert #B284B5 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.
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Color Variations
#B284B5 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
#B284B5 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 #B284B5 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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UI Components
Color Blindness Simulator
See how #B284B5 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.
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protanopia
Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.
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#B284B5 Color FAQs
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