Opera Mauve (#b784a7) Color Meaning, Values and Psychology

Opera Mauve (#b784a7) Color Information

Opera Mauve (#b784a7) RGB value is (183, 132, 167). The hex color red value is 183, green is 132, and blue is 167. Its HSL format shows a hue of 319°, saturation of 26%, and lightness of 62%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 28%, 9%, and 28%.

Colors that pair well with Opera Mauve (#b784a7) include African Violet (#B284BE), English Lavender (#B48395), and Olivine (#9AB973), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Dry Sage (#BCB88A), Dusk Blue (#7CA0C0), and Muted Teal (#85B09A) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Opera Mauve color swatch with hex value #B784A7 and RGB value (183,132,167)

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Opera Mauve (#b784a7) Color Meaning

Opera Mauve (#B784A7) is a soft, muted pinkish-purple with warm undertones, conveying romance and elegance. It belongs to the mauve spectrum, symbolizing sophistication, creativity, and refinement. Designers often use it in fashion, interiors, and vintage-inspired branding for a delicate, graceful tone. Historically, Opera Mauve (#B784A7) reflects 19th-century textiles, stage costumes, and floral-inspired art. The shade communicates charm, refinement, and nostalgia. It appears in decorative fabrics, classic artwork, and vintage fashion to evoke subtle sophistication and artistry. Opera Mauve (#B784A7) resonates with the heart and crown chakras, supporting emotional balance, creativity, and insight. Across cultures, muted purples like Opera Mauve are associated with refinement, grace, and imagination. It frequently appears in garments, textiles, and ceremonial décor to convey elegance and warmth.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Opera Mauve (#b784a7) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX

#b784a7

RGB

rgb(183, 132, 167)

HSL

hsl(319°, 26%, 62%)

CMYK

cmyk(0%, 28%, 9%, 28%)

HSV

hsv(319°, 28%, 72%)

XYZ

34.7548 29.3598 40.3945

Yxy

29.3598 0.3326 0.2809

Hunter Lab

54.1847 3.4503 -1.3458

CIE-Lab

61.0979 25.2248 -10.7816

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Opera Mauve (#b784a7) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red183 / 255 (72%)

72%

Green132 / 255 (52%)

52%

Blue167 / 255 (65%)

65%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)

Magenta28 / 100 (28%)

28%

Yellow9 / 100 (9%)

Key (Black)28 / 100 (28%)

28%

Color Variations

A full range of Opera Mauve (#b784a7) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Opera Mauve (#b784a7) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Opera Mauve (#b784a7) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

Foreground:#FFFFFF

Background:#b784a7

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Opera Mauve (#b784a7) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.