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≈ Purple Velour
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On white
Aa
11.94:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
1.47:1
Fails AA
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Aa#FFFFFF(11.94:1)
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Purple Velour sits in the pink family. Pair it with deep navy, charcoal or sage green to ground its softness, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Purple Velour — meaning & where to use it
Purple Velour is a deep, shadowy pink — it reads as playful, romantic and expressive. It's a natural fit for beauty, fashion and lifestyle brands, and expressive accents. To keep it balanced, pair it with deep navy, charcoal or sage green to ground its softness.
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