Dark Magenta hex code
The hex code for dark magenta is #8B008B. In RGB that is rgb(139, 0, 139) and in HSL it is hsl(300, 100%, 27%).
The hex code for dark magenta is #8B008B. In RGB that is rgb(139, 0, 139) and in HSL it is hsl(300, 100%, 27%).
Dark Magenta · #8B008B
Colour codes
- HEX
- #8B008B
- RGB
- rgb(139, 0, 139)
- HSL
- hsl(300, 100%, 27%)
- CMYK
- 0, 100, 0, 45
- CSS name
- darkmagenta
- Contrast on white
- 8.50:1
- Contrast on black
- 2.47:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #a233a2
40% lighter · #b966b9
60% lighter · #d199d1
80% lighter · #e8cce8
20% darker · #6f006f
40% darker · #530053
60% darker · #380038
80% darker · #1c001c
Complementary colour
Dark Magenta · #8B008B
Opposite on the colour wheel · #008a00
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for dark magenta?
The hex code for dark magenta is #8B008B. In RGB that is rgb(139, 0, 139) and in HSL it is hsl(300, 100%, 27%).
Can I use dark magenta for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 8.50:1 on white and 2.47:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a white background.
What colour goes with dark magenta?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #008A00. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of dark magenta instead.
Is dark magenta a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword darkmagenta, so color: darkmagenta and color: #8B008B render exactly the same.