#290787 Hex Color
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This intense, saturated indigo carries a formal, authoritative weight that commands attention. Because it is so dark, #290787 works best as a dominant base for corporate branding or moody UI layouts. It provides excellent contrast for white text, which pops clearly against the shade. Pair this color with bright gold or soft coral accents to break up its heavy, serious presence.
Questions about #290787
What is #290787 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #290787 is rgb(41, 7, 135), in HSL hsl(256, 90%, 28%) and in CMYK 70%, 95%, 0%, 47%.
How can I effectively pair #290787 in a professional design?
Is #290787 suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #290787 is dark enough to maintain excellent readability against white or light-colored surfaces. Its high saturation level ensures the text remains crisp and legible, making it an effective choice for headlines or important UI elements that need to grab attention.
Is #290787 readable on white or black?
#290787 has a 14.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.47:1 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.