#2E1D79 Hex Color
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This deep indigo carries a moody, night-sky intensity that feels more authoritative than black. As a background color, #2e1d79 provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for dark mode UI. Because it lacks brightness, pair it with soft, warm metallics to avoid a cold, sterile appearance. The hex code for this serious tone is #2e1d79.
Questions about #2e1d79
What is #2e1d79 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e1d79 is rgb(46, 29, 121), in HSL hsl(251, 61%, 29%) and in CMYK 62%, 76%, 0%, 53%.
Does #2e1d79 work well as a primary interface background?
#2e1d79 functions exceptionally well as a primary background because it provides a softer, more humanistic alternative to pure black. It offers excellent readability for white text and creates a professional, moody atmosphere that remains legible on screen.
What colors pair best with #2e1d79 to avoid it feeling cold?
Is #2e1d79 readable on white or black?
#2e1d79 has a 13.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.56:1 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.