Everything about the color Violet

The meaning of the color violet and color combinations to inspire your next creation.

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What color is violet?

Violet is a vibrant, deep shade located between blue and purple on the color wheel. It often evokes feelings of creativity and mystery.

What are similar colors to violet?

For variations within the same rich spectrum as violet, consider:

  • Indigo (#4B0082) shares violet's deep, blue-tinged hue, offering a similarly bold and enigmatic presence.
  • Lavender (#E6E6FA) is a lighter, softer version of violet, providing a more delicate and calming effect.
  • Mauve (#E0B0FF) is a pale, muted shade that retains violet's purple essence with a subtle, vintage feel.
  • Fuchsia (#FF00FF) combines violet's purple tones with a vibrant pink, creating a bold and eye-catching color.

What color goes with violet?

To complement violet's vibrant tones, consider pairing it with:

  • Yellow (#FFFF00) offers a bright, cheerful contrast that enhances violet's depth.
  • Gold (#FFD700) adds a touch of luxury and warmth, balancing violet's coolness.
  • Mint (#98FF98) provides a fresh, cool contrast that complements violet's rich hue.
  • Peach (#FFE5B4) softens violet's intensity with its warm, gentle tone.

What color conflicts with violet?

To avoid clashing with violet's intensity, consider avoiding:

  • Red (#FF0000) can overpower the subtlety of violet.
  • Orange (#FFA500) may create a jarring, overly vibrant combination.
  • Brown (#A52A2A) could dull the vibrancy of violet.
  • Black (#000000) might overshadow violet's rich tones.

What does the color violet represent?

Violet often symbolizes spirituality, luxury, and creativity, making it a color associated with introspection and artistic expression. Psychologically, violet can evoke feelings of mystery and imagination, encouraging creative thinking and innovation. In art and design, violet is used to create a sense of depth and intrigue, often serving as a focal point or accent color that draws attention and adds sophistication.

What's the history of violet?

The name "violet" comes from the Latin word "viola," which refers to the violet flower. Historically, violet has been associated with royalty and nobility due to the rarity and cost of the dye used to produce it. In modern times, violet is widely used in fashion, interior design, and branding to convey elegance and creativity.

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Color Conversions

HEX
#8A2BE2
RGB DECIMAL
rgb(138, 43, 226)
RGB PERCENTAGE
rgb(54%, 17%, 89%)
CMYK
39, 81, 0, 11
HSL
hsl(271, 76%, 53%)
HSV (OR HSB)
271, 81, 89
WEB SAFE
#8A2BE2
CIE-LAB
42, 70, -75
XYZ
25, 13, 73
CIE-LCH
42, 102, 313
BINARY
10001010, 00101011, 11100010
iOS - SwiftUI
Color(red: 0.5411764705882353, green: 0.16862745098039217, blue: 0.8862745098039215)
iOS - UIKit
UIColor(red: 0.5411764705882353, green: 0.16862745098039217, blue: 0.8862745098039215, alpha: 1.0)
Android - Compose
Color(0xFF8A2BE2)


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