HEX Color Code #A681A5

Need a dependable medium purple shade? #A681A5 provides consistent rendering across browsers and devices. Below: full conversion values, accessibility considerations, and complementary color options.

What Color Is #A681A5?

#A681A5 exists as a medium entry in the purple color family. Its RGB composition (166, 129, 165) reveals a blended profile where purple characteristics emerge from the channel ratios. Perceived brightness lands at 144/255.

Color Meaning of #A681A5

The purple spectrum communicates creativity, luxury, and mystery, and #A681A5 channels these associations through its medium intensity. This makes it a strategic choice when you want purple emotional cues delivered with warmth and friendliness.

Where to Use HEX Code #A681A5

Map and location pin coloring for real-estate, logistics, or travel platform interfaces

Audio and video player progress tracks styled in medium purple for media-rich applications

Breadcrumb navigation highlights showing the user's current position in the site hierarchy

Dark-mode accent applications — test #A681A5 against charcoal and slate background surfaces

Newsletter template header bands that reinforce brand identity in every subscriber touchpoint

Game UI health bars, score displays, and HUD elements themed in purple tones

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HEX Code #A681A5 in Design Systems

Implementing #A681A5 across platforms? Define it in a platform-agnostic format: { "value": "#A681A5", "type": "color" } in your design token JSON. Build pipelines export this to CSS custom properties, Swift UIColor, Kotlin Color, and Flutter Color objects — ensuring pixel-perfect consistency from Figma to production.

Accessibility: brightness 144/255 means this is a lighter shade. For text legibility, pair with colors at 700+ darkness levels. For decorative use (backgrounds, borders, dividers), no minimum contrast is required.

FAQ About HEX Color Code #A681A5

What color is #A681A5?

#A681A5 is a medium purple color. In RGB terms, it combines 166 red, 129 green, and 165 blue — producing a tone that sits at 58% lightness in the HSL model.

Is #A681A5 a dark or light color?

With a perceived brightness of 144 on a 0-255 scale, #A681A5 is a light color that works well as a background behind dark text. Use WCAG contrast tools to verify specific pairings.

What colors go well with #A681A5?

For maximum impact, pair #A681A5 with its complementary color (around 122° on the wheel). For softer harmony, try analogous hues at 332° and 272°. Neutrals tinted with purple undertones complete the palette.

Can I use #A681A5 for branding?

Absolutely — #A681A5 is well-suited for branding when purple aligns with your brand values. Its brightness suggests openness and approachability. Test it across digital screens, print materials, and merchandise to ensure CMYK translation preserves the intended purple feeling.

How do I convert #A681A5 to other color formats?

#A681A5 converts to RGB(166, 129, 165) and HSL(302°, 17%, 58%). For print, calculate CMYK values relative to your printer profile. Use our HEX to RGB converter for instant conversions between any color format.