reddishviolet

Reddishviolet is a hue in the purple family characterized by a noticeable red bias that shifts violet toward magenta. It is generally a perceptual color rather than a spectral one, arising from mixing red and blue tones with varying proportions. In color spaces used for digital work, reddishviolet appears as high red and blue with relatively low green, producing a vivid, saturated purple with a red undertone.

In practical terms, reddishviolet encompasses a range of shades from lighter pinkish purples to deeper, wine-like purples. In CSS and digital design, closely related named colors include MediumVioletRed (hex #C71585) and VioletRed (hex #D02090), which illustrate the spectrum of red-leaning purples used in web design. In printing, reddishviolet hues are approximated through mixtures of magenta, red, and small amounts of cyan, with varying black added for depth.

Usage and symbolism vary by context. The hue often conveys energy, passion, and creativity, while also suggesting luxury or romance. Because of its strong red component, reddishviolet can read as assertive or dramatic, especially in large areas. Designers may adjust lightness and saturation to achieve a softer lavender or a richer, deeper plum.

See also: purple, magenta, violet, crimson, rose. Notes on color perception remind that reddishviolet sits between spectral violet and red on the color wheel, representing a non-spectral hue produced by mixing wavelengths or pigment components rather than a single wavelength.