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Heliotrope#DF73FF
Heliotrope color with #DF73FF hex code

Meaning of the color Heliotrope

Heliotrope is a bright and dynamic shade of purple with pink undertones, inspired by the blossoms of the heliotrope flower. This color symbolizes creativity, mystery, and allure, making it a perfect choice for designs that aim to stand out with elegance and charm.
Heliotrope pairs wonderfully with complementary shades like mint green or soft peach for a playful and balanced palette. For dramatic effects, combine it with deep grays or gold accents. Metallic elements such as platinum or rose gold bring out its modern and luxurious appeal.


Psychological characteristics of Heliotrope color

Heliotrope is a bold and imaginative color that inspires creativity and intrigue. Its psychological traits include:

  • Creativity and innovation: Heliotrope sparks imaginative thinking and unique ideas.
  • Mystery and allure: Its rich tones evoke curiosity and fascination.
  • Energy and vitality: The vibrant hue energizes and adds dynamism to designs.
  • Charm and elegance: Heliotrope’s bright undertones convey sophistication and beauty.

Symbolic meanings of color Heliotrope

Creativity and innovation
Mystery and allure
Energy and vitality
Charm and elegance

Technical information about Heliotrope/#DF73FF

The Heliotrope hex code, #DF73FF, captures its vibrant and elegant essence. In the RGB color model, Heliotrope consists of 87.45% red, 45.1% green, and 100% blue. In the CMYK model, it translates to 12.7% cyan, 54.9% magenta, 0% yellow, and 0% black.
Heliotrope’s striking and versatile hue makes it a favorite in various design applications, including fashion, branding, and digital art. Its ability to balance boldness with elegance ensures it shines in any creative context.

Heliotrope color conversion table

The hexadecimal color #DF73FF has RGB values of R: 223 , G: 115, B: 255 and CMYK values of C: 13, M: 55, Y: 0, K:0.
Color codeValueCSS
HEX#DF73FF#DF73FF
RGB DECIMAL223, 115, 255rgb(223, 115, 255)
RGB PERCENTAGE87%, 45%, 100%87, 45, 100
CMYK13, 55, 0, 0
HSL286.3°, 100.0, 72.5hsl(286.3°, 100.0%, 72.5%)
HSV (OR HSB)286.3°, 54.9, 100.0
WEB SAFE#DF73FF#DF73FF
CIE-LAB65.880, 62.742, -52.268
XYZ54.612, 35.169, 98.518
XYY0.290, 0.187, 35.169
CIE-LCH65.880, 81.661, 320.204
CIE-LUV65.880, 43.718, -92.247
HUNTER-LAB59.304, 60.597, -56.982
BINAR11011111 01110011 11111111

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