#240749 Hex Color
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Dark mode backgrounds and moody game menus are where #240749 earns its keep. This hex code sits deep in violet, so dark it nearly reads black, with a cool, muted undertone. White text clears 17.5:1 contrast, so small body text passes with room to spare. Pair it with dusty golds or soft mauves, and let it play the dominant base in a 60/30/10 palette.
Questions about #240749
What is #240749 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #240749 is rgb(36, 7, 73), in HSL hsl(266, 83%, 16%) and in CMYK 51%, 90%, 0%, 71%.
What colors pair well with #240749?
Dusty golds, soft mauves, and warm grays all sit comfortably against #240749. Muted gold is especially strong, since a touch of warmth keeps the dark violet from reading flat or muddy.
Is #240749 readable on white or black?
#240749 has a 17.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.20:1 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.