#DB8ADB
A light, moderate magenta closely aligning with Plum.
About #DB8ADB
The hex code #DB8ADB represents a beautifully specific shade of magenta. It is closely associated with the named CSS color Plum. Its digital footprint relies on 219 parts red, 138 parts green, and 219 parts blue light.
While screens use RGB, printing presses rely on Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (black). Its ink density profile breaks down to 0% cyan, 37% magenta, 0% yellow, and 14% black. This makes it a relatively light color when applied to physical surfaces.
From a UX and accessibility standpoint, contrast is paramount. Mathematical luminance calculations suggest that #000000 text provides the most optimal reading experience. Be sure to check our contrast matrix below to see exactly how it performs against common backgrounds.