Color swatch image showing Orchid (#DA70D6) with RGB(218,112,214) values

Orchid (#DA70D6) Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about Orchid (#DA70D6) including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Orchid (#DA70D6) Color Information

Orchid (#DA70D6) RGB value is (218, 112, 214). The hex color red value is 218, green is 112, and blue is 214. Its HSL format shows a hue of 302°, saturation of 59 percent, and lightness of 65 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 49 percent, 2 percent, 15 percent.

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Orchid (#DA70D6) Color Meaning

Orchid (#DA70D6) blends floral delicacy with electric confidence. This mid-saturated purple-pink avoids the infantilization of pastels and the austerity of royal purples, landing instead in a space of playful sophistication. Orchid (#DA70D6) suggests imagination with structure—ideal for creative tech, wellness, and inclusive branding. Studies on gender-neutral color perception reveal that hues like Orchid (#DA70D6) 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 Orchid (#DA70D6) reclaims its legacy as a symbol of unconventional beauty. It appears in LGBTQ+ advocacy, mental health campaigns, and avant-garde fashion precisely because it defies binary expectations. Visually, it pairs powerfully with slate grays or deep teals to anchor its vibrancy in credibility.

Color Conversion

Convert Orchid (#DA70D6) 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
#DA70D6
RGB
rgb(218, 112, 214)
HSL
hsl(302°, 59%, 65%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 49%, 2%, 15%)
HSV
hsv(302°, 49%, 85%)
XYZ
46.8452 31.3488 67.2002
Yxy
31.3488 0.3222 0.2156
Hunter Lab
55.9900 8.8748 -5.4571
CIE-Lab
62.8010 55.2937 -34.4175

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red218 / 255 (85%)
85%
Green112 / 255 (44%)
44%
Blue214 / 255 (84%)
84%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta49 / 100 (49%)
49%
Yellow2 / 100 (2%)
Key (Black)15 / 100 (15%)
15%

Color Variations

Orchid (#DA70D6) 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

Orchid (#DA70D6) 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 Orchid (#DA70D6) 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+)

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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.89:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.89:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #DA70D6 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

Orchid (#DA70D6)

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #DA70D6;

Text Color

color: #DA70D6;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #DA70D6;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #DA70D640;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #DA70D6;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #DA70D6 0%, #992795 100%);

Orchid (#DA70D6) Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about Orchid (#DA70D6) color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.