Magenta & Orchid Path is a vivid analogous color palette tagged cyberpunk, vibrant, black. Analogous neighbors on the wheel (Licorice, Magenta, Orchid) give it a natural, low-tension flow. Saturation runs high, so use the brightest color sparingly and let the others carry the surface area. Warm and cool hues are mixed, which adds depth.
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| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licorice | #250916 | rgb(37, 9, 22) | hsl(332, 61%, 9%) | oklch(19.3% 0.051 354) | |
| Magenta | #CA1F8A | rgb(202, 31, 138) | hsl(322, 73%, 46%) | oklch(56.5% 0.220 349) | |
| Orchid | #C866CF | rgb(200, 102, 207) | hsl(296, 52%, 61%) | oklch(66.3% 0.180 325) | |
| Wisteria | #BE97FF | rgb(190, 151, 255) | hsl(263, 100%, 80%) | oklch(75.3% 0.150 300) |
Why it works and how to use it
With 4 chromatic colors, Magenta takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 9% to 80%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Wisteria (#BE97FF) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Licorice (#250916) on #BE97FF gives 8.02:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Magenta (#CA1F8A) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Orchid (#C866CF) for highlights, badges and hover states.
2 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Licorice on Wisteria at 8.02:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Magenta & Orchid Path
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#250916 on #BE97FF | Aa | 8.02:1 | AAA |
#250916 on #C866CF | Aa | 5.54:1 | AA |
#250916 on #CA1F8A | Aa | 3.61:1 | AA large only |
#CA1F8A on #BE97FF | Aa | 2.22:1 | Fail |
#CA1F8A on #C866CF | Aa | 1.54:1 | Fail |
#C866CF on #BE97FF | Aa | 1.45:1 | Fail |