Deep Lilac

HEX: #9955BB | Modern Palette

On White
4.80:1
PASS
On Black
4.37:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#9955BB
RGB
153, 85, 187
HSL
280°, 54% ,73%
CMYK
18.18, 54.55, 0, 26.67

About Deep Lilac

Deep Lilac (#9955BB) is a color with RGB(153, 85, 187) and HSL(280°, 54.55%, 73.33%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #77BB55, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #BB9955 and #55BB99. The name comes from Deep Lilac (English).

  • HEX: #9955BB
  • RGB: 153, 85, 187
  • HSL: 280°, 54.55%, 73.33%
  • Mood: Romantic
  • Use case: Text, Button, Logo
  • Complementary color: #77BB55
  • Triadic colors: #BB9955, #55BB99
  • The name comes from Deep Lilac (English).

Live Components

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Color Palettes

Deep Lilac #9955BB is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
 
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
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3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Deep Lilac #9955BB pairs with #77BB55 as its complementary color, and #BB9955 and #55BB99 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

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Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

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Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

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Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

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Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

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Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Deep Lilac #9955BB moves from dark #0F0712 tones through the base color to lighter #F4EDF8 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

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Color Characteristics

Mood
Romantic
Style
Use case
Text Button Logo

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #6E6EBA
Protanopia #5F5FBB
Tritanopia #8D6969
Achromatopsia #727272

Frequently Asked Questions

Deep Lilac (#9955BB) is a color with RGB(153, 85, 187) and HSL(280°, 54.55%, 73.33%).

#9955BB pairs strongly with #77BB55 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#9955BB is suitable for Text, Button, Logo.

#9955BB is commonly associated with Romantic.

The name Deep Lilac is linked to Deep Lilac from English, meaning A dark shade of the color lilac, which is a pale purple..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Deep Lilac
Meaning A dark shade of the color lilac, which is a pale purple.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th - Early 20th Century (as a specific color name)

History

The color lilac itself is named after the flower of the same name, *Syringa vulgaris*, which is native to the Balkans and was introduced to Europe in the 16th century. The color became popular in fashion and art, particularly during the Victorian era. 'Deep lilac' emerged as a way to distinguish a richer, more saturated version of the pale, delicate lilac. This differentiation became more common with the advent of synthetic dyes, which allowed for a wider and more consistent range of color production. The hex code #9955bb is a modern digital representation of this specific shade.

First Recorded Use

While 'lilac' as a color has existed since the 18th century (referencing the flower), the specific descriptor 'deep lilac' likely gained traction as color naming became more nuanced in fashion, art, and dye industries. Exact first use is difficult to pinpoint but aligns with the period when more precise color variations were being cataloged and marketed.

Cultural Associations

Lilac is often associated with spring, youth, and innocence due to its connection with the flower. It can also symbolize first love or spirituality. A 'deep lilac' might carry a sense of maturity or sophistication compared to a lighter lilac, sometimes evoking a more regal or mysterious feel. It's a color that bridges the gap between pink and purple, often seen as feminine but with a certain depth that can appeal broadly. In some contexts, purple shades, including deep lilac, have been associated with royalty and luxury.

Similar Named Colors
Purpureus #9A4EAE ΔE 2.98
Amethyst #9966CC ΔE 5.52
Medium Orchid #BA55D3 ΔE 6.86
Royal Purple #7851A9 ΔE 7.09

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #9955BB;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #9955BB;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #9955BB;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #9955BB,
        #AFE096
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #9955BB,
        #AFE096
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$deep-lilac: #9955BB;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$deep-lilac-r: 153;
$deep-lilac-g: 85;
$deep-lilac-b: 187;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $deep-lilac;
    color: rgba($deep-lilac-r, $deep-lilac-g, $deep-lilac-b, 0.8);
}