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Orchid#DA70D6
orchid color with #DA70D6 hex code

Meaning of the color Orchid

Orchid is a soft yet vibrant shade of purple with pink undertones, inspired by the exotic beauty of orchid flowers. This color symbolizes sophistication, creativity, and luxury, making it a captivating choice for designs that aim to exude elegance and charm.
Orchid pairs beautifully with complementary shades like mint green or pale yellow for a fresh and harmonious palette. For a bold and dramatic look, combine it with deep greens or charcoal gray. Metallic accents, such as silver or platinum, further enhance its luxurious appeal.


Psychological characteristics of Orchid color

Orchid is a graceful and inspiring color that evokes creativity and elegance. Its psychological traits include:

  • Sophistication and luxury: Orchid’s refined hue conveys high-end appeal.
  • Creativity and imagination: Its vibrant tones inspire artistic and innovative thinking.
  • Romance and charm: Orchid’s softness adds a touch of warmth and allure.
  • Calmness and balance: The soothing nature of Orchid promotes relaxation and harmony.

Symbolic meanings of color Orchid

Sophistication and luxury
Creativity and imagination
Romance and charm
Calmness and balance

Technical information about Orchid/#DA70D6

The Orchid hex code, #DA70D6, perfectly captures its soft yet vibrant tones. In the RGB color model, Orchid consists of 85.5% red, 43.9% green, and 83.9% blue. In the CMYK model, it translates to 0% cyan, 48.6% magenta, 1.9% yellow, and 14.5% black.
Orchid’s versatile and radiant hue makes it a favorite in design applications ranging from fashion to branding and interior decor. Its ability to combine charm with sophistication ensures it stands out in any creative context.

Orchid color conversion table

The hexadecimal color #DA70D6 has RGB values of R: 218 , G: 112, B: 214 and CMYK values of C: 0, M: 49, Y: 2, K:15.
Color codeValueCSS
HEX#DA70D6#DA70D6
RGB DECIMAL218, 112, 214rgb(218, 112, 214)
RGB PERCENTAGE85%, 44%, 84%85, 44, 84
CMYK0, 49, 2, 15
HSL302.3°, 58.9, 64.7hsl(302.3°, 58.9%, 64.7%)
HSV (OR HSB)302.3°, 48.6, 85.5
WEB SAFE#DA70D6#DA70D6
CIE-LAB62.801, 55.294, -34.418
XYZ46.845, 31.349, 67.200
XYY0.322, 0.216, 31.349
CIE-LCH62.801, 65.130, 328.100
CIE-LUV62.801, 51.344, -61.848
HUNTER-LAB55.990, 51.363, -31.968
BINAR11011010 01110000 11010110

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