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Dark orchid
What color is Dark orchid?
Dark orchid is a shade of magenta, which is a color that combines red and blue.
The hexadecimal color code for dark orchid is #9932CC, which means it has 60% red, 19.61% green and 80% blue in the RGB color model.
In the CMYK color model dark orchid has 25% cyan, 75% magenta, 0% yellow and 20% black.
Dark orchid has a hue angle of 280.1 degrees, a saturation of 60.6% and a lightness of 49.8% in the HSL color space.
The name "dark orchid" comes from the flower of the same name, which has a deep purple color.
Dark orchid is a strong and vibrant color that can create a striking contrast with complementary colors, such as green or yellow.
It can also be paired with analogous colors, such as purple or blue, to create a harmonious and soothing color scheme.
Dark orchid can be used to convey a sense of mystery, elegance, creativity or spirituality.
Example of the palette with the Dark orchid color
![Palette with colors: Persian indigo, Dark orchid and Onyx Picture with primary colors of Persian indigo, Dark orchid, Onyx, Air Force Blue and Bright turquoise](/images/dark-orchid/robot-with-wings.webp)
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Example of the palette with the Dark orchid color
![Palette with colors: Onyx, Arsenic and Dark orchid Picture with primary colors of Onyx, Arsenic, Dark orchid, Cool grey and Bone](/images/dark-orchid/purple-car-is-shown.webp)
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What are the examples of Dark orchid color in everyday life?
Example of the palette with the Dark orchid color
![Palette with colors: Smoky black, Saffron and Dark orchid Picture with primary colors of Smoky black, Saffron, Dark orchid, Gray and Raw umber](/images/dark-orchid/vase-of-flowers-next-to-a-blue-vase-of-dark-orchid-color.webp)
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