#13012D Hex Color
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#13012d is an intensely dark, muted purple that borders on black. This somber, ashy tone offers a sophisticated alternative to pure black in interface design. Because it holds such low saturation, it creates a moody, clean background for high-contrast white typography. Use this hex code sparingly as a dominant base, as its cool, shadowy character can easily overwhelm lighter, more vibrant colors in a palette.
Questions about #13012d
What is #13012d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #13012d is rgb(19, 1, 45), in HSL hsl(265, 96%, 9%) and in CMYK 58%, 98%, 0%, 82%.
How does #13012d function as a design alternative to black?
#13012d provides a softer, more nuanced presence than pure black by introducing subtle violet undertones. This prevents the harsh visual fatigue often associated with absolute black, making it an ideal choice for backgrounds that need to feel grounded yet modern.
What colors pair well with the deep tone of #13012d?
Is #13012d readable on white or black?
#13012d has a 19.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.06:1 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.