#300080 Hex Color
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Dark purple like #300080 earns its keep as a dominant base in dark mode UI and moody brand palettes. The color sits deep and dim, with a blue-leaning undertone that keeps it cold. White text on top measures about 14.6:1 contrast, so small body copy passes WCAG AA with room to spare. Warm gold or amber accents stop it from feeling flat.
Questions about #300080
What is #300080 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #300080 is rgb(48, 0, 128), in HSL hsl(263, 100%, 25%) and in CMYK 63%, 100%, 0%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #300080?
#300080 pairs best with warm accents like mustard, amber, or soft peach, which lift its cold blue undertone. Cool grays and navy also work, though the overall result stays subdued.
Is #300080 readable on white or black?
#300080 has a 14.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.43:1 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.