Color swatch image showing #D473E1 with RGB(212,115,225) values
Color swatch image showing #D473E1 with RGB(212,115,225) values

#D473E1 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #D473E1 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#D473E1 Color Information

#D473E1 RGB value is (212, 115, 225). The hex color red value is 212, green is 115, and blue is 225. Its HSL format shows a hue of 293°, saturation of 65 percent, and lightness of 67 percent. The CMYK process values are 6 percent, 49 percent, 0 percent, 12 percent.

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#D473E1 Color Meaning

Color #D473E1 blends floral delicacy with electric confidence. #D473E1 mid-saturated purple-pink avoids the infantilization of pastels and the austerity of royal purples, landing instead in a space of playful sophistication. Color #D473E1 suggests imagination with structure—ideal for creative tech, wellness, and inclusive branding. Studies on gender-neutral color perception reveal that hues like color #D473E1 score high in cross-demographic appeal, especially among Gen Z and millennial audiences seeking authenticity over tradition. Its balance of red and blue wavelengths creates a chromatic tension that feels both warm and cool—emotionally resonant yet mentally clear. Historically tied to rare blooms and Victorian parlors, modern color #D473E1 reclaims its legacy as a symbol of unconventional beauty. #D473E1 appears in LGBTQ+ advocacy, mental health campaigns, and avant-garde fashion precisely because #D473E1 defies binary expectations. Visually, #D473E1 pairs powerfully with slate grays or deep teals to anchor its vibrancy in credibility.

Color Conversion

Convert #D473E1 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
#D473E1
RGB
rgb(212, 115, 225)
HSL
hsl(293°, 65%, 67%)
CMYK
cmyk(6%, 49%, 0%, 12%)
HSV
hsv(293°, 49%, 88%)
XYZ
46.8727 31.6948 74.8814
Yxy
31.6948 0.3055 0.2065
Hunter Lab
56.2981 8.7659 -6.6993
CIE-Lab
63.0898 54.1261 -40.1748

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red212 / 255 (83%)
83%
Green115 / 255 (45%)
45%
Blue225 / 255 (88%)
88%

CMYK Values

Cyan6 / 100 (6%)
Magenta49 / 100 (49%)
49%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)12 / 100 (12%)
12%

Color Variations

#D473E1 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

#D473E1 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 #D473E1 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.

#FFFFFF
#D473E1

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

2.86:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.86:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.86:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #D473E1 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

#D473E1

protanopia

#aaa9c6

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #D473E1;

Text Color

color: #D473E1;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #D473E1;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #D473E140;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #D473E1;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #D473E1 0%, #9423a3 100%);

#D473E1 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #D473E1 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.