#1E1224 Hex Color
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This ink-like purple sits at the edge of black, offering a moody, muted base for dark-themed interfaces. Because of its extremely low lightness, #1e1224 works best as a primary background color rather than for fine details or small text. White typography stands out with high contrast against this somber shade. The hex code for this dusty, serious violet is #1e1224.
Questions about #1e1224
What is #1e1224 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e1224 is rgb(30, 18, 36), in HSL hsl(280, 33%, 11%) and in CMYK 17%, 50%, 0%, 86%.
Where does #1e1224 work best in UI design?
#1e1224 functions perfectly as a background color for dark-themed web interfaces because it maintains a subtle violet richness that feels softer than pure black. It provides a stable, unobtrusive stage that makes white or light-toned text highly legible.
What colors pair well with #1e1224?
This deep tone acts as a neutral, so it works best when paired with crisp white or light gray for strong readability. For accents, consider using desaturated golds or muted teals to provide a soft, luxurious contrast without overwhelming the base.
Is #1e1224 readable on white or black?
#1e1224 has a 17.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.16:1 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.