Fuchsia Purple
HEX: #CC397B | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#CC397B
204, 57, 123
333°, 72% ,80%
0, 72.06, 39.71, 20
About Fuchsia Purple
Fuchsia Purple (#CC397B) is a color with RGB(204, 57, 123) and HSL(333.06°, 72.06%, 80%). It is commonly associated with Playful, Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #39CC8A, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #7BCC39 and #397BCC. The name comes from Fuchsia (genus name) (Latin (via German and French)).
- HEX: #CC397B
- RGB: 204, 57, 123
- HSL: 333.06°, 72.06%, 80%
- Mood: Playful, Romantic
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #39CC8A
- Triadic colors: #7BCC39, #397BCC
- The name comes from Fuchsia (genus name) (Latin (via German and French)).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #CC397B from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'fuchsia' is directly derived from the vibrant flowers of the Fuchsia plant. While the plant itself was discovered and named in the early 18th century, the color term became prominent much later. The development of synthetic dyes in the mid-19th century, especially fuchsine (also known as magenta), played a significant role in popularizing and standardizing this specific hue in fashion and art. 'Fuchsia Purple' specifically emphasizes the purple undertones often present in many fuchsia varieties, distinguishing it slightly from a pure 'fuchsia' which can sometimes lean more pink.
First Recorded Use
The plant genus 'Fuchsia' was named in 1703 by Charles Plumier. The color 'fuchsia' as a specific shade of purple-pink gained popularity and common usage in the mid-19th century, particularly after the introduction of synthetic aniline dyes like fuchsine (magenta) in 1859, which closely resembled the flower's color.
Cultural Associations
Fuchsia is often associated with vibrancy, energy, playfulness, and exoticism due to the plant's tropical origins and striking appearance. In fashion, it's considered a bold and confident color. It can also evoke feelings of creativity and individuality. Its strong visual impact makes it a popular choice for accents and statement pieces.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #CC397B;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #CC397B;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #CC397B;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#CC397B,
#A7F1D0
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#CC397B,
#A7F1D0
);
}// SCSS variable
$fuchsia-purple: #CC397B;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$fuchsia-purple-r: 204;
$fuchsia-purple-g: 57;
$fuchsia-purple-b: 123;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $fuchsia-purple;
color: rgba($fuchsia-purple-r, $fuchsia-purple-g, $fuchsia-purple-b, 0.8);
}