#110040 Hex Color
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This extremely dark indigo functions best as a dominant base for moody, high-contrast interfaces. Because it is so desaturated, #110040 provides a sophisticated alternative to pure black without feeling muddy. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to ground your composition. The hex code for this color is #110040, which offers excellent readability when paired with white text for small body copy.
Questions about #110040
What is #110040 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #110040 is rgb(17, 0, 64), in HSL hsl(256, 100%, 13%) and in CMYK 73%, 100%, 0%, 75%.
How should I use #110040 in UI design?
#110040 works best as a dark background or dominant base color for modern interfaces, replacing pure black to reduce eye strain. Pair it with high-contrast text like cream or soft muted gold to maintain readability and create a premium, polished aesthetic.
Does #110040 have warm or cool undertones?
This color carries strong cool, violet-leaning indigo undertones that feel more atmospheric than standard dark charcoal. Because of its dark intensity, it maintains a neutral enough profile to anchor warmer accents without clashing with the overall composition of your design.
Is #110040 readable on white or black?
#110040 has a 19.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.09:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.